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by AJA Abeynayake The Supreme Court (SC), on Friday, summoned IGP C. D. Wickramaratne to appear in court on 03 April for disregarding a court order.The SC issued the summons when a fundamental rights petition was called before a bench comprising Justices S. Thurairajah, A. H. M.D. Nawaz and Achala Vengappuli. The IGP has been […]
Outgoing President of the BAR Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) Saliya Peiris, PC has urged his colleagues to continue their struggle to counter threats to the rule of law and judicial independence. “The BASL was able to play a pivotal role in the nation’s struggle to safeguard the rule of law, democracy, and human rights. […]
The US Army and the Sri Lanka Navy recently concluded a joint exercise (Feb 27-March 24) in Trincomalee. It was the latest exercise under the Joint Combined Exchange Training (JCET) ‘Balance Style’. It involved 24 Special Boat Squadron (SBS) personnel, 12 from Fourth Fast Attack Flotilla and nine members of Special Force Operational Detachment Alpha […]
The National Peace Council (NPC) has said that a Truth and Reconciliation Commission on the lines of the South African set-up could help Sri Lanka address accountability issues. “There have been media reports of a ministerial delegation visiting South Africa to undertake a study of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) and the reconciliation process […]
Harry Kane has eclipsed Wayne Rooney to become England’s all-time top goal scorer, but he is still battling to avoid the same fate as his predecessor.Rooney was among the first to congratulate the 29-year-old striker after his record-breaking 54th goal in Thursday’s 2-1 win over Italy, a moment that has been inevitable for some time given Kane’s potency […]
The Opposition has strongly condemned what it calls a move by the Wickremesinghe-Rajapaksa government to undermine the Supreme Court (SC).The Opposition has, in a joint statement issued over the weekend, urged the government to refrain from being hostile towards the apex court. Among the signatories to the statement are Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, Dullas Alahapperuma, […]
Mumbai Indians were crowned the inaugural champions of the Women’s Premier League after a tense, low-scoring final at the Cricket Club of India in Mumbai. In a nervy title clash between the two best teams of the competition, it was the experience of Nat Sciver-Brunt that helped Mumbai get across the line, the star all-rounder […]
In what was another incredible run fest at Centurion, South Africa brushed aside West Indies by six-wickets with a record-breaking run chase in the second T20I on Sunday (March 26). Set an unrealistic target of 259 on a perfect batting surface with short boundaries, South Africa’s openers made a mockery of the assignment, racking up […]
Vice President Kamala Harris has said that the United States will increase investment in Africa and help spur economic growth as she began a week-long tour of the continent aimed at countering the influence of rivals Russia and China. China has invested heavily in Africa in recent decades, including in infrastructure and resource development, while […]
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Sri Lanka is having regular consultations with the US with regards to the Hambantota Port as well as dealings with the Chinese, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said. He also dismissed fears that the Hambantota Port will be used by China for military purposes. “The Chinese don’t own the port. We own the port, but we have […]
Former Minister Namal Rajapaksa says the “Aragalaya” was used for political gain. He said that he has no issue with the Aragalaya but has an issue with some of those who took part in the Aragalaya. Speaking at a public meeting held in Bandaragama, Namal Rajapaksa said that Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) supporters had […]
The Indo-Lanka Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is to be upgraded to an Economic and Technology Co-operation Agreement (ECTA). President Ranil Wickremesinghe said that ECTA is essential as India is going to be the next growth center and will trigger off growth in South Asia. “We are just 22 miles away and we have to work […]
Climate change, loss of biodiversity and the degradation of our lands and oceans are existential threats, which are fast resulting in soil depletion, extreme weather events and nutrition issues. In response to these threats, a hybrid regional workshop “Dialogues on Sustainable Food Systems: from production to consumption” will be organized by the European Union (EU) […]
The price of a cup of milk tea has been reduced by Rs. 10, the All-Island Canteen Owners’ Association said. Chairman of the All-Island Canteen Owners’ Association, Asela Sampath said that the price of a cup of milk tea has been reduced as the price of milk powder was reduced. The price of a 1 […]
South Africa chased 259 – the highest pursuit in T20 history – to beat West Indies by six wickets in a record-breaking second T20 international. Opener Quinton de Kock smashed 100 from 44 balls as the hosts incredibly won with seven balls to spare in Centurion. Johnson Charles had earlier hit a 39-ball century in […]
Sri Lanka will commence the operations of the passenger ferry service between Kankesanthurai and Pondicherry on the 29th of April, says the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Aviation.
A high-level Indian delegation called on Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe in Colombo on Sunday and briefed him on the developments in the jointly-identified priority areas for collaboration in the energy sector.
Friends of a killed Wellington PhD student are fundraising to help rural students in Sri Lanka get an education, as plans to establish a scholarship in her memory come to fruition.
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa says that although they have no issue with the Aragalaya protest movement, there are certain issues regarding the activists involved with it.
Former President Maithripala Sirisena says that he is still collecting money from his associates as much as possible, in order to pay the compensation related to the verdict of the Easter Sunday Attacks case.
The Committee on Public Enterprise (COPE) has investigated numerous cases of procedural impropriety and financial misappropriation at the University of Peradeniya.
The price of a cup of milk tea will be reduced with effect from tomorrow (March 27), says Asela Sampath, the Chairman of the All-Island Canteen Owners Association.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe says that Sri Lanka s access to the growing Indian market as well as the opening of African markets cannot be disrupted and should not be disrupted by big power, rivalry or conflict.
The Police Special Task Force (STF) has arrested three associates of the organized criminal gang member known as Dharmasiri , while in possession of Ice drugs (Crystal methamphetamine) and sharp weapons.
Minister of Transport, Highways and Mass Media Bandula Gunawardene says that part of the funds received from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has to be used for the payment of government employees salaries, pensions and allowances in the months of March and April.
At least 19 migrants from sub-Saharan Africa died when their boat sank off Tunisia as they tried to cross the Mediterranean to Italy, a human rights group said on Sunday, the latest migrant boat disaster off Tunisia.
The Election Commission has requested Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardene in writing for a discussion regarding holding the 2023 Local Government (LG) election.
Minister of Agriculture Mahinda Amaraweera says that the programme to distribute rice free of charge for 2.9 million families will commence tomorrow (March 27).
Minister of Transport and Highways Bandula Gunawardene states that permission will be granted for anyone to carry out trade activities on the sides of the roads in all parts of the island during the upcoming New Year festive season.