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Millions of Americans’ online accounts have been caught up in a “sinister” Chinese hacking plot that targeted US officials, the justice department and FBI said on Monday. Seven Chinese nationals have been charged with enacting a widespread cyber-attack campaign. They are accused of ties to a hacking operation that ran for 14 years. The US […]
In a show of solidarity leading clothes stores have rallied round No Limit following a major fire which destroyed one of its large stores in Colombo. A major fire erupted at No Limit in Wellawatte, Colombo on Sunday and spread across the building. Multiple fire engines had to be deployed to the location to extinguish […]
Tuesday 26th March, 2024 Former President Maithripala Sirisena, who declared last Friday that he was aware of the identity of the mastermind behind the Easter Sunday terror attacks, made a statement to the CID yesterday. His political opponents are baying for his blood; among them are those who were in the Yahapalana government at the […]
A big 328-run win in the first Test against Bangladesh in Sylhet helped Sri Lanka to make steady progress in the World Test Championship. Sri Lanka were placed last in the points table before yesterday but moved up to number six having collected 12 points from the first Test that ended inside four days. England […]
by Jehan Perera The frustration within the Tamil polity at the failure of the government to treat them fairly and address their grievances is taking a new turn in Parliament. Unable to reason with those who hold the majority of votes, Tamil parliamentarians are taking to non-violent action over words. Those political parties that represent ethnic and […]
52nd Death Anniversary of Philip Gunawardena falls today by Dr. W. A. Abeysinghe The legendary revolutionary and pioneer of the Sri Lankan Marxist movement, Don Philip Rupasinghe Gunawardena, was born on 11 January 1901 in the rural village of Boralugoda in the Hevagam Korale. His father was Don Jakolis Rupasinghe Gunawardena, popularly known as Boralugoda […]
By Norman Palihawadane and Hemantha Randunu The CID yesterday recorded a statement for nearly seven hours from former President Maithripala Sirisena on his controversial statement that he knows the mastermind behind the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks. Sirisena arrived at the CID Headquarters around 9.50 am yesterday, and was interrogated until evening. The team of […]
Fergus Cumming, Deputy Chief Economist of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), concluded a three-day visit to Colombo from 18 to 20 March, British High Commission said in a statement. Fergus engaged in constructive discussions with key stakeholders, including the State Minister of Finance, Central Bank Governor, IMF Representatives, Diplomatic counterparts, opposition parties, ...
By Saman Indrajith The SJB had decided to boycott the COPE (Committee on Public Enterprises), Chief Opposition Whip Lakshman Kiriella said. He said the SJB would continue to boycott COPE until the Speaker appoints an Opposition MP as its head. “During the Aragalaya protests, the Speaker agreed to appoint Opposition MPs as the heads COPE, […]
By Shamindra Ferdinando Dissident SLPP MP Prof. G. L Peiris yesterday (25) said the onus was on the Election Commission (EC) to announce the presidential election on July 17, 2024, even if the Wickremesinghe-Rajapaksa government advanced the parliamentary election. Addressing the media at his Kirula Place residence, the former External Affairs Minister said that the […]
Nairobi – In response to an invitation extended by Kenya’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla, Sri Lanka’s Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva is visting Kenya. Upon his arrival at the Defence Headquarters in Nairobi, General Silva was accorded a grand reception by the Kenyan defence forces. The visit signifies a deepening […]
A ceremony to mark the National Day of Pakistan was held at the High Commission of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Colombo on Saturday (23). The event was attended by a sizeable number of Pakistani community based in Sri Lanka. The participants resolved to make Pakistan a strong, vibrant, progressive, and democratic state. The National […]
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa notes public anger towards the Government of President Ranil Wickremesinghe. Rajapaksa said that his party, the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) is not very happy with the Government. He also noted that the public have been expressing anger towards the administration. The SLPP leader said that his party will contest the […]
Sri Lanka’s capital wants to pair with Washington as a ‘sister city’ and the proposal has been made to the Mayor of Washington D.C., Muriel Bowser. The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the United States Mahinda Samarasinghe met the Mayor of Washington D.C., Muriel Bowser at City Hall in the John Wilson Building. The Ambassador […]
Indonesia and Sri Lanka discussed enhancing collaboration in areas of mutual interest, including military training, strategic partnerships and security initiatives. Indonesian Ambassador Dewi Gustina Tobing paid a courtesy visit to Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne, Monday, at the Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte. Following a warm reception, the Defence Secretary he...
The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) recorded a statement from former President Maithripala Sirisena over revelations he made with regards to the Easter Sunday attacks. Sirisena was questioned for over 5 hours by the CID over his claims. Police Media Spokesman DIG Nihal Thalduwa said that the claims will now be investigated and legal action initiated. […]
Sri Lanka recorded over 1000 complaints of abuse of women and children from January to March this year. The Police said that 1,077 complaints related to incidents of abuse, violence and harassment against women and children were recorded from 04 January to 10 March 2024. The complaints were recorded on the 109 Police hotline. The […]
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena arrived in Beijing on Monday for a six-day official visit to China at the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang. According to Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian on Friday, Chinese leaders will have in-depth exchange of views with Gunawardena on continuing China-Sri Lanka traditional friendship, deepening political mutual trust, […]
The Chief of Defence Staff of Sri Lanka Armed Forces (CDS) General Shavedra Silva visited the Defence Headquarters of Kenya in Nairobi on Monday (25). He was hosted by Kenya s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized the importance of holistic education, advocating for a curriculum that includes both academic subjects and nutritional support for children across the country.
The Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) has instructed the officials of the Ministry of Finance to immediately report the matter of the importation of 102 spoiled fish containers into the country to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) as it appears to be a criminal matter.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe stressed on the importance of holistic education, advocating for a curriculum that includes both academic subjects and nutritional support for children across the country. He also pointed out the necessity of integrating modern technologies like artificial intelligence into the educational framework, highlighting the government’s commitment to reforming the school ed...
Justice, Prison Affairs and Constitutional Reforms Minister Dr. Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe addressing a press briefing held at the Presidential Media Centre today (25) under the theme of “Collective Path to a Stable Country”assured that the election amendment bills presented to Parliament are not anticipated to result in any postponement of elections. The minister highlighted that promises […]
The Ministry of Buddha Sasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs has requested the public to follow the official list of auspicious times issued by the State Astrologers Committee for the 2024 Sinhala and Tamil New Year.
The Court of Appeals has issued a writ order quashing the recommendations and findings of the Commission of Inquiry to Investigate Allegations of Political Victimization, against a group of individuals including President Ranil Wickremesinghe and National People s Power (NPP) leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
A luxury bus has been involved in an accident at the Medamahanuwara twin bends on the Kandy-Mahiyanganaya main road today.
Former President Maithripala Sirisena has left the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) premises a short while ago, after a statement was recorded on his recent comments regarding the Easter Sunday attacks, Police Media Spokesman DIG Nihal Thalduwa said.
The Department of Meteorology forecasts that heavy showers above 100 mm are likely at some places in Southern Province and Moneragala District tomorrow (26).
Kasun Rajitha’s five-fer got the job done for Sri Lanka on the fourth day as the visitors took a 1-0 lead in the two-match series following a 328 run win. Chasing an almost improbable 511, Bangladesh were already reeling at 47/5 by stumps on the third day. They only managed to add 135 runs on […]
Kasun Rajitha’s five-fer got the job done for Sri Lanka on the fourth day as the visitors took a 1-0 lead in the two-match series following a 328 run win. Chasing an almost improbable 511, Bangladesh were already reeling at 47/5 by stumps on the third day. They only managed to add 135 runs on […]