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Well known philanthropist, Business Leader, donor of the Thurstan College Swimming Pool Complex and the Chairman of Hands International Group, Lion Greatian Gunawardhana passed away on Wednesday (24th ) early morning. He, being a distinguished old boy of Thurstan College, had a close relationship with the school and the Thurstan Community until his death. In […]
- Mercantile Swimming C’ship for President’s Trophy (Category: Sports)
- Big match season to start today (Category: Breaking News)
- Batticaloa Combined XI meet Thurstan in opener (Category: Sports)
- SJB members launch protest against prime minister (Category: Breaking News)
Delhi Capitals rode on their captain’s incredible knock of 88 from 43 balls to eke out a narrow four-run victory over Gujarat Titans, despite the best efforts of Sai Sudharsan, David Miller and Rashid Khan to stop the hosts from doing the double over them. Pant’s knock, along with Axar Patel’s essay (66 off 43) […]
- Kokua Line: Extra $600 for child hinges on parent’s eligibility (Category: USA, Hawaii)
- Kokua Line: Extra $600 for child hinges on parent’s eligibility (Category: USA, Hawaii)
- Kokua Line: Some PUA claimants seem surprised to face state and federal income taxes (Category: USA, Hawaii)
- Kokua Line: Some PUA claimants seem surprised to face state and federal income taxes (Category: USA, Hawaii)
AirAsia Consulting is planning further engagement with the International Finance Corp (IFC) which is mandated to advise the Sri Lanka Government on the divestiture of SriLankan Airlines Ltd (SAL). The consultancy was responding to news report on AirAsia being among six bidders for Sri Lanka’s state-run carrier SriLankan Airlines since the island nation was looking […]
- AirAsia and FitsAir among bidders for Sri Lanka’s national carrier (Category: Breaking News)
- AirAsia and FitsAir among bidders for SriLankan Airlines (Category: Breaking News)
- Indigo commences direct flights between Mumbai-Colombo (Category: Breaking News)
- Church puts faith in God to ensure justice over Easter attacks (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka’s star batter Chamari Athapaththu edged Natalie Sciver-Brunt to become the top-ranked batter in the ICC Women’s ODI batting rankings. Powering Sri Lanka to the highest successful run-chase in women’s ODIs has seen Chamari Athapaththu go to the top of the ICC Women’s ODI Batting Rankings in the latest update. Athapaththu’s stellar knock in […]
- History made as Sri Lanka star claims No.1 batter ranking (Category: Breaking News)
- Chamari Athapaththu back atop ICC Women’s ODI Batting Rankings (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka captain quashes retirement speculation (Category: Breaking News)
- Chamari Athapaththu reacts after going unsold at WPL 2024 auction (Category: Breaking News)
Savindri Perera, or Sav as she is best known, drew the applause of the judges on the latest season of MasterChef Australia for her Sri Lankan dish. Describing her cooking style as rustic, generous and colourful, Sav’s love of cooking amped up around age 12 after discovering Nigella. She lists onion, garlic and curry leaves […]
- Church puts faith in God to ensure justice over Easter attacks (Category: Breaking News)
- Thai Airways resumes daily flights to Colombo (Category: Breaking News)
- Protest staged in parts of Sri Lanka on Independence Day (Category: Breaking News)
- Indigo commences direct flights between Mumbai-Colombo (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka s star batter Chamari Athapaththu edged Natalie Sciver-Brunt to become the top-ranked batter in the ICC Women s ODI batting rankings.
By N Sathiya Moorthy Closer the presidential election gets, the more complex it is getting. Of course, it has always been the case, including the question if the parliamentary polls should precede presidential election. In the past, incumbent Presidents and their ruling coalition alone used to be pressured over the question but this time round, it […]
- Sajith has his job cut out (Category: Breaking News)
- Why Executive Presidency Will Remain (Category: Breaking News)
- Who Will Blink First, When, Why and How (Category: Breaking News)
- Why not simultaneous polls? (Category: Breaking News)
by Dr B. J. C. Perera In the gigantic tapestry of humanity, there are those rare individuals who emerge as beacons of light, illuminating the path for others, with their wisdom, compassion, and altruism. Dr A. T. Ariyaratne, the esteemed Founder of the Sarvodaya Movement of Sri Lanka, was undeniably one such luminary; a man […]
- Three members of NMRA step down (Category: Breaking News)
- Sarvodaya founder Dr. A.T. Ariyaratne passes away (Category: Breaking News)
- Final rites of Dr. Ariyaratne to be performed this evening (Category: Breaking News)
- National Dengue Control Unit issues warning (Category: Breaking News)
Punjab Kings fell on the wrong side of a third straight final-over thriller at their home ground in Mullanpur with Mumbai Indians edging home to a nine-run win for their third victory of the season to keep pace with the other playoffs chasers. The visitors appeared to be cruising to victory for large portions of […]
- Hetmyer cameo powers Rajasthan Royals to top of the table (Category: Breaking News)
- Tewatia finishes another chase after Gill’s match-defining 67 (Category: Breaking News)
- Suryakumar’s 83 pulls one back for India (Category: Breaking News)
- South Africa go 1-0 up after another pace-inflicted demolition act (Category: Breaking News)
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- IPO To Raise Rs. 400 mn (Category: Breaking News)
- Video: HIRU THANIWELA EP 400 (Category: Video)
- Video: CoL has increased by 400 percent - Maithri (Category: Video)
- 400 Shops In Colombo To Be Sealed (Category: Breaking News)
Mitchell Starc has continued to struggle in the IPL despite his record-setting price tag, producing a poor bowling performance against Rajasthan Royals. The left-arm quick went for $4.43 million AUD at the auction to sign with Kolkata Knight Riders, but has managed just five wickets at 46.40 across six games. Starc’s latest effort saw him go 0-50 off four […]
- Sri Lankan asylum seekers in Australia push for permanent visas (Category: Breaking News)
- Nissanka ton helps Sri Lanka level Bangladesh series (Category: Breaking News)
- Social media companies on notice over extremist threats (Category: Breaking News)
- Nepal batsman Airee smashes six sixes in an over (Category: Breaking News)
Former Deputy Minister and former UNP parliamentarian Palitha Thewarapperuma has passed away at the age of 64 years, sources told Ada Derana.
Donald Trump’s unprecedented criminal trial has begun with half of a group of potential jurors ruled out within minutes on impartiality grounds. Mr Trump denies falsifying business records to conceal a hush-money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels. Sixty of 96 potential jurors were quick to say in the New York court that they could […]
- Biden and Trump set for election rematch after securing party nominations (Category: Breaking News)
- Iceland violent volcanic flare-up triggers state of emergency (Category: Breaking News)
- Israel military intelligence chief quits over 7 October (Category: Breaking News)
- Israeli government says it will block Al Jazeera from broadcasting (Category: Breaking News)
State Minister Chamara Sampath Dasanayake s vehicle has suddenly caught fire at around 12.45 a.m. today (16), Ada Derana learns.
Organisers of the Beijing half marathon are investigating allegations that three African athletes deliberately allowed China’s star runner He Jie to win Sunday’s race. Footage appeared external to show Kenya’s Robert Keter and Willy Mnangat and Ethiopia’s Dejene Hailu pointing to the line and slowing down before waving past He, 25. The result was criticised […]
- Kenyan marathon world record holder dies in road accident (Category: Breaking News)
- Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton to join Ferrari in 2025 (Category: Breaking News)
- Christian Coleman beats Noah Lyles to 60m gold at World Athletics Indoor Championships 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- Novak Djokovic knocked out by lucky loser Luca Nardi at Indian Wells (Category: Breaking News)
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- Black & White; No Shades? (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil Vs. AKD: Who Will Blink First? (Category: Breaking News)
- Intervention Or Flirtation: America’s Interest: Good Governance Or Economic Stability? (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil & Sajith Running Out Af Alternatives (Category: Breaking News)
Mitchell Starc finally found some success as he spearheaded a clinical bowling display for Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens on Sunday (April 14), which was followed by an enterprising knock from Phil Salt as Kolkata KKR registered their first win against Lucknow Super Giants. Starc’s 3 for 28 restricted LSG to 161/7 before Salt […]
- Sunil Narine, Venkatesh Iyer outmuscle Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Chinnaswamy (Category: Breaking News)
- Buttler nullifies Narine to orchestrate Rajasthan Royal’s thrilling win (Category: Breaking News)
- Miller stands tall amidst ruins as South Africa fold for 212 (Category: Breaking News)
- Jadeja empowers CSK to end KKR’s early-season invincibility (Category: Breaking News)
Rajasthan Royals produced an excellent bowling display but nearly fluffed their lines in a chase of 147 on a slow and two-paced surface at Mullanpur. Eventually what seemed a routine chase came down to the league leaders needing to get 34 off 18. Shimron Hetmyer scored a 10-ball 27* to take the team to their […]
- Pooran, bowlers edge past India to take 2-0 lead (Category: Breaking News)
- Tewatia finishes another chase after Gill’s match-defining 67 (Category: Breaking News)
- Buttler nullifies Narine to orchestrate Rajasthan Royal’s thrilling win (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka prevail in Super Over to register first win on the tour (Category: Breaking News)
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- Trump-Ramasamy Ticket GOP’s Best Bet In 2024; US Events Will Affect The Whole World (Category: Breaking News)
- The Partnership Between NPP & JVP Must Be Emboldened (Category: Breaking News)
- Is State Owned Temasek A Useful Concept For Sri Lanka? (Category: Breaking News)
- Anatomy Of A Change; From Wijeweera’s JVP To AKD’s NPP (Category: Breaking News)
A train has detailed at the Kalutara South railway station on Saturday (13), Ada Derana learns.
Popular K-pop star Park Boram has died at age 30, according to multiple reports. Several South Korean news outlets including AllKPop reported that a police report stated the singer unexpectedly died on Thursday, April 11 following a private night of drinking with friends, during which she collapsed and was taken to the hospital. The publication reported that Park was […]
- US bridge collapses after being hit by Colombo bound ship (Category: Breaking News)
- Sydney bishop among multiple people stabbed at church in Sydney (Category: Breaking News)
- South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung stabbed in neck (Category: Breaking News)
- Starc branded as ‘weak link’ after IPL woes continue (Category: Breaking News)
OJ Simpson, the former American footballer who was controversially cleared of double murder, has died aged 76, his family says. Orenthal James Simpson rose to fame as a college footballer before playing in the NFL. In 1995, he was acquitted of the murder of his former wife Nicole Brown and a friend in a trial […]
- Pakistan accused of killing eight women and children in Afghanistan air strikes (Category: Breaking News)
- Bishop stabbed during sermon in Sydney (Category: Breaking News)
- The $2bn dirty-money case that rocked Singapore (Category: Breaking News)
- Orange Sahara dust haze descends over Athens (Category: Breaking News)
The eight Sri Lankans, who were rescued from the cybercrime camps in Myawaddy area of Myanmar, have safely arrived at the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand, Ada Derana learns.
Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag’s batting efforts (68* off 38 and 76 off 48) went in vain as Rashid Khan’s all-round performance ended Rajasthan Royals’ unbeaten run in IPL 2024. Rashid cut the last ball for a boundary to backward point region to help Gujarat Titans to a three-wicket win at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium […]
- Buttler nullifies Narine to orchestrate Rajasthan Royal’s thrilling win (Category: Breaking News)
- Hetmyer cameo powers Rajasthan Royals to top of the table (Category: Breaking News)
- Buttler’s sixth ton trumps Kohli’s eighth as Royals go four-from-four (Category: Breaking News)
- Parag, Chahal make it two in two for Rajasthan Royals (Category: Breaking News)
by Rex Clementine Sri Lanka Cricket’s excellent development structures has been a godsend for many up and coming players. It enables cricket coaches at the High Performance Center to identify new talents. District and Provincial Coaches along with Talent Scouts ensure that players with rare skills are fast tracked and their development is constantly monitored. […]
- Two Sri Lankan cricketers contract COVID-19 (Category: Breaking News)
- Two Sri Lankan cricketers contract COVID-19 (Category: Breaking News)
- Two Sri Lankan cricketers contract COVID-19 (Category: Breaking News)
- Two Sri Lankan cricketers contract COVID-19 (Category: Breaking News)
Former Minister of Health Keheliya Rambukwella and 07 others who were implicated in the alleged import of substandard immunoglobulin vials have been further remanded until April 22 by the Maligakanda Magistrate s Court, Ada Derana reporter said.
Monday 8th April, 2024 The SLFP is no stranger to debilitating intraparty crises. Its history is replete with instances of factionalism and the resultant internecine clashes, which are legion. Its latest internal dispute could not have come at a worse time for it. With only a few months to go for the next presidential election, […]
- Maithripala says he will contest next presidential election (Category: Breaking News)
- President’s conspiracy against Maithri is successful (Category: Breaking News)
- Sirisena open to running for president again, denies reports of Dayasiri being sidelined (Category: Breaking News)
- SLFP’s crisis deepens as WR is appointed Acting Chairman (Category: Breaking News)
A Sri Lankan born Brit is competing in the fourth heat of MasterChef 2024 in the UK. Global phenomenon MasterChef is back for a stellar 20th series, on BBC iPlayer and BBC One, the BBC reported. MasterChef judges John Torode and Gregg Wallace embark on an exhilarating journey across eight weeks, to discover the UK’s best […]
- MasterChef Australia judges give thumbs up for Sri Lankan dish (Category: Breaking News)
- Former MasterChef Australia Judge talks about the Culinary Extravaganza awaiting in Sri Lanka! (Category: Breaking News)
- MasterChef James Lowe gives cooking tips in Galle (Category: Breaking News)
- MasterChef Australia judge Jock Zonfrillo has died at the age of 46. (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka has banned the sale of liquor during the traditional Sinhala and Tamil New Year, except at hotels above three stars and certain licensed boutique villas. According to reports, the Commissioner General of Excise has ordered that all licensed liquor stores across Sri Lanka should remain closed for retail liquor sales on April 12 […]
- COPF finds only 4 casinos paying taxes (Category: Breaking News)
- Liquor sales permitted on Good Friday (Category: Breaking News)
- US Embassy in Colombo cancels services as a precaution (Category: Breaking News)
- Another nine Covid related deaths reported (Category: Breaking News)
Often when Sri Lankan cricket teams tour South Africa, they return home with broken bones, embarrassing series defeats or Mr. Ali Bacher going back on his words. The nation’s women’s cricket team on Wednesday created history by completing a come from behind series win over South Africa in East London. South Africa had won the […]
- Chamodi Pabodha – a star in the making (Category: Breaking News)
- Atapattu special powers Sri Lanka to record run-chase (Category: Breaking News)
- ICC names all-woman panel of match officials for 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka register highest successful run chase in women’s ODI history (Category: Breaking News)
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