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At first blush, it could be said that the outpouring of grief in Iran and other parts of the Islamic world over the passing away of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi recently, under tragic circumstances, is of phenomenal proportions. Very understandably, a considerable number of Iranians and other sections that are supportive of the Iranian theocratic […]
By Sanath Nanayakkare The barriers to financial inclusion have been a longtime problem in Sri Lanka as financial literacy has thus far been the prerogative of only the nation’s affluent customers. However, eventually the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, 40 other national institutions, the public and private sector of the country along with the United […]
The MCA “G” division 25 – Over League Tournament 2024, last of the main tournaments in the MCA 2024 season, sponsored by Stafford Motor Co. (Pvt.) Ltd for the 13th successive year, got underway on the 4th of May The MCA – Stafford Motor Company partnership is the 3rd longest running sponsorship with the highest […]
Pan Asia Bank is happy to announce that it has formed a new agreement with Wogi, a Global Digital Platform of loyalty and digital incentives. This partnership aims to provide greater customer engagement through customer rewards, which in turn advances our mission to offer consumers cutting-edge, environmentally friendly banking products throughout Sri Lanka. “In Pan Asia Bank, we always put...
A British Sri Lankan, Veterinary surgeon, Brin Pirathapan, has claimed the prestigious title of MasterChef Champion 2024, triumphing at the end of the 20th series of TV’s biggest cooking competition. Brin was awarded the coveted MasterChef trophy by judges John Torode and Gregg Wallace on BBC One. Becoming part of MasterChef history, 28-year-old Brin (now 29) […]
The Lanka Premier League (LPL) terminated the rights of the Dambulla Thunders franchise, effective immediately following max fixing allegations against its owner. The decision follows recent developments concerning the legal issues faced by Tamim Rahman, CEO of Imperial Sports Group, the owner of the Dambulla Thunders franchise. “While the specifics of the charges against Mr. […]
State Minister for Urban Development and Housing, Arundika Fernando, announced that state enterprises are now open to private sector investments, but only at the government s assessed value.
The Lanka Premier League (LPL) today announced the termination and the retraction of rights of the ÂDambulla Thunders franchise, effective immediately.
Former Sri Lankan cricketer Russel Arnold has been named a Multicultural Ambassador by Australia. The former cricketer who won 225 international caps across all 3 formats (1997 – 2007) is now an international cricket commentator and Level 3 High Performance coach. The father of two is a Trustee with the Foundation of Goodness, working to […]
The Chairman of Aura Lanka Group of Companies, Viranjith Thambugala, was arrested and remanded over allegations of financial fraud. The businessman was produced in court and remanded till 27 May. In 2022 the ownership of the Dambulla team in the Lanka Premier League cricket tournament was procured by Aura Lanka Sports Pvt Ltd. (Colombo Gazette)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced the implementation of a new program aimed at improving the living conditions of retired security forces members. The President highlighted that, in the absence of a dedicated program, some veterans have faced difficult situations and directed the State Minister of Defence, the Ministry of Defence, and the Ranaviru Seva Authority to […]
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has confirmed that the Presidential elections will be held this year. He told his Cabinet that funds have already been allocated to hold the election this year. The Election Commission of Sri Lanka announced recently that the Presidential election will be held on a day between 17th September and 16th October 2024. The […]
The foreign owner of the Dambulla Thunders Lanka Premier League (LPL) team has been arrested over alleged match fixing. The AFP news agency reported that Tamim Rahman, owner of Dambulla Thunders and a British national of Bangladesh origin, was stopped at the country’s main airport before he boarded a flight to Dubai, Police said. He […]
A 10-year-old girl was killed after being run over by a private bus in Kurunduwatta, Gampola, Sri Lanka. The child had reportedly attempted to cross the road when the accident took place.
Sri Lanka police on Wednesday said a senior Deputy Inspector General will head a team appointed to investigate four of its citizens arrested in Gujarat when on an alleged mission to carry out terror activities in India at the behest of the banned Islamic State. Acting on a tip-off, the Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) on […]
A Filipino woman has been arrested in Sri Lanka with cocaine worth over Rs 200 million, officials said on Wednesday. The woman was arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) when she arrived from Ethiopia via Doha, Qatar. The Filipino woman had 02 kilograms and 851 grams of cocaine concealed in three parcels inside her […]
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Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe has informed the Cabinet of Ministers that the Presidential Election will be held first during the relevant period this year (2024) in accordance with the Constitution.The post Presidential Election to be held first, Sri Lankan President informs cabinet appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
Aura Lanka Chairman, Viranjith Thambugala, has been arrested by the police.The post Viranjith Thambugala arrested appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
The businessman accused of assaulting Dr. Alireza Delkhosh, the Iranian Ambassador to Sri Lanka, has been released on bail.The post Businessman charged with assaulting Iranian Ambassador granted bail appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
The Chairman of Aura Lanka, businessman Viranjith Thambugala, has been arrested by police over allegations of financial fraud.
A Bangladeshi national connected to a Lanka Premier League (LPL) franchise, who is under investigation in relation to allegations of match-fixing, has been detained at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake.
The Economic Transformation Bill and the Public Financial Management Bill were presented to the Sri Lankan Parliament today (May 22).The post Economic Transformation and Public Financial Management bills tabled in Sri Lankan Parliament appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
A 47-year-old Filipino woman was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake for attempting to smuggle over 2 kg of cocaine worth Rs. 200 million into Sri Lanka.The post Filipino Woman Arrested at BIA for Smuggling Rs. 200 Million Worth of Cocaine appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
According to Reuters, more than 140 passengers and crew from a Singapore Airlines flight that experienced severe turbulence, resulting in dozens of injuries and one death, finally arrived in Singapore on a relief flight Wednesday morning after making an emergency landing in Bangkok.The post Singapore Airlines flight diverts after severe turbulence leaves one dead, dozens injured appeared first on ...
Sri Lanka's consumer price inflation rose to 2.7% in April from 2.5% in March, according to official data released on Tuesday, as reported by Reuters.The post Sri Lanka’s April inflation climbs to 2.7%, up from March’s 2.5% appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka has strongly rejected the recent statement by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who accused Sri Lanka of committing "genocide" in a message dated May 18, 2024.The post Sri Lanka rejects Canadian Prime Minister’s genocide allegation appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
Sri Lanka's Samitha Dulan set a new world record in the Men's Javelin Throw F44 category at the Kobe 2024 Para Athletics World Championships.The post Samitha Dulan sets World Record and wins Silver at Kobe 2024 Para Athletics Championships appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
The businessman who was arrested and remanded on charges of assaulting the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Sri Lanka, Dr. Alireza Delkhosh, has been released on bail.