Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa met Indian Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla in New Delhi on Tuesday (04) with the aim of further strengthening parliamentary cooperation. MP Premadasa, currently on an official visit to India, met Om Birla for highly valuable discussions focused on strengthening parliamentary cooperation and sharing best practices in parliamentary procedures. The two leaders exchanged numerous ideas regarding enhancing institutional professionalism, strengthening legislative research, and promoting youth participation in parliament. They agreed to advance cooperation between the Sri Lankan Parliament and the Lok Sabha through initiatives such as structured exchanges, study tours, and capacity building. The meeting emphasized…
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The second session of the Sri Lanka – United Arab Emirates Joint Commission, co-chaired by the visiting Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, Saeed bin Mubarak Al Hajeri, has concluded. State Minister Saeed bin Mubarak Al Hajeri co-chaired the event together with Sri Lanka’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arun Hemachandra last afternoon. During his visit, State Minister Saeed bin Mubarak Al Hajeri also paid a courtesy call on Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath. A discussion between the two officials on Tuesday focused on boosting economic cooperation between the two nations. …
A massive fire continues to burn hours after a UPS cargo aircraft crashed during takeoff at US Louisville International Airport in Kentucky on Wednesday evening. Local officials confirmed that at least seven people have been killed, with the death toll expected to rise as rescue operations continue. At least 11 others are being treated for injuries, while several remain missing. Residents living near the airport have been urged to shelter indoors as thick smoke and toxic fumes spread across nearby neighborhoods. The aircraft was carrying approximately 38,000 gallons of fuel when it exploded, engulfing nearby warehouses and businesses in flames.…
The Inland Revenue Department has issued a public notice urging the submission of income tax returns for the 2024/2025 assessment year by the end of November. According to the Department, all individuals registered for income tax, under the specified assessment year, are required to submit their tax returns online on or before November 30. The Department warned that failure to comply with the deadline may result in legal action under the Inland Revenue Act No. 24 of 2017. Further information can be obtained by calling 1944, visiting the official website at www.ird.gov.lk, or contacting the nearest regional office of the…
Sri Lanka is set to sign five-year memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with four foreign institutions across in China, India and Japan in a bid to boost the internationalization of its higher education sector. The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal by Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, in her capacity as Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Professional Education, to enhance global academic cooperation. The MoUs aim to strengthen international partnerships, promote joint research and exchange programmes, and improve the global ranking and internationalization of Sri Lankan universities, the government said. Accordingly, the following MoUs will be signed for a period…
The Attorney General has informed the Supreme Court that several former Members of Parliament are among the 31 identified suspects in connection with the May 2022 attack on the Galle Face protest site known as “GotaGoGama.” Senior State Counsel Sajith Bandara, appearing on behalf of the Attorney General, told the court yesterday that indictments are expected to be filed against the suspects under the Code of Criminal Procedure. He further revealed that steps are being taken to file charges against then Senior Deputy Inspector General Deshabandu Tennakoon, who was the highest-ranking officer present on the site at the time. The…
Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in the Northern and Uva provinces and in the Trincomalee district after 2.00 pm today. According to the Department of Meteorology, a few showers are likely in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Central provinces. Meanwhile, showers or thundershowers are likely at a few places in the sea areas off the coast extending from Batticaloa to Kankasanthurai via Trincomalee. Mainly fair weather will prevail in the other sea areas around the island. Winds will be Westerly or south-westerly in direction, and speed will be 25-35 kmph. Wind speed can increase up to 50…
Zohran Mamdani, the 34-year-old democratic socialist whose focus on working-class issues and personal magnetism attracted a diverse coalition of volunteers and supporters to propel a once-underdog campaign, will win New York City’s general election race for mayor, CNN projects. Mamdani beat former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo for a second time, shattering the political scion’s hopes of a comeback after his loss to Mamdani in the June Democratic primary. Also running in the general election was Republican Curtis Sliwa, who refused to end his campaign despite pressure from Cuomo and his supporters. Mamdani’s win marks a victory for the progressive wing of the Democratic Party at a time when national…
Photo by Mia Abeyawardene Mannar stands at the frontline of a new conflict: the cumulative impact of large scale development projects, in particular the proposed wind farms. While renewable energy is crucial for Sri Lanka’s future, the approach and location of these projects should be carefully considered. Environmental concerns raise urgent questions about transparency, governance and survival for local communities. For over 70 continuous days, the people of Mannar have maintained an unwavering protest against environmental threats -massive wind turbine projects and the imminent danger of heavy mineral sand mining. On September 26 protesters learned that wind turbines were being…
ECONOMYNEXT – LB Finance’s proposed senior unsecured and subordinated debentures, to raise 20 billion Sri Lanka rupees, have been assigned expected National Long-Term Ratings of ‘A-(EXP)(lka)’ and ‘BBB(EXP)(lka)’ by Fitch Ratings. “The proposed subordinated debentures are rated two notches below LB’s National Long-Term Rating reflecting our baseline notching for loss severity for this debt class and our expectation of poor recoveries in the event of default,” Fitch said. The full statement is reproduced below: Fitch Rates LB Finance’s Senior Debt at ‘A-(EXP)(lka)’, Subordinated Debt at ‘BBB(EXP)(lka)’ Fitch Ratings – Colombo – 04 Nov 2025: Fitch Ratings has assigned LB Finance…
4 people were killed in separate road accidents reported on Tuesday (Nov 4) in Wellampitiya, Katuwana, Veralabadda, and Tangalle Police areas. * Wellampitiya: A 22-year-old motorcyclist from Kittampahuwa died after his motorcycle collided with the rear of a parked lorry on the Thotalanga–Ambathale Road. * Katuwana: A 24-year-old motorcyclist from Hindakardeniya died following a head-on collision with a passenger bus on the Walasmulla–Middeniya Road. The bus driver has been arrested. * Veralabadda: A 49-year-old motorcyclist from Piliyandala died after colliding with a container truck near the “Y” junction inside the Colombo Port premises. The truck driver was arrested. * Tangalle:…
A 31-year-old resident of Samagipura, Maha Oya, was found dead at his home on Tuesday night (Nov 4). Investigations revealed that the victim had maintained an extramarital relationship with the wife of the suspect, who subsequently attacked and killed him with a sharp weapon. The 34-year-old suspect has been arrested, and Maha Oya Police are conducting further investigations. (Newswire) The post 31-year-old man murdered over alleged extramarital affair appeared first on Newswire.
Police in Ichchankulam have launched an investigation after a 25-year-old woman was found dead with head injuries at her home in the Kalimadu area on Tuesday (Nov 4). According to police, the woman’s husband, aged 33, surrendered to the Eravur Police along with his daughter soon after the incident. Preliminary inquiries revealed that the suspect had attacked his wife following a domestic dispute. The victim’s body remains under police protection at the scene pending further examination, while Ichchankulam Police continue investigations. (Newswire) The post 25-year-old woman murdered; husband surrenders to police appeared first on Newswire.
ECONOMYNEXT – Foreign investors bought 34.5 million US dollars worth Sri Lanka government securities in the week ended on October 30 with the foreign holding in the government securities rose to two year high with offshore investors continuing their buying spree in the last 10 weeks, the Central Bank data showed. Foreigners bought a net 10,359 million rupee (34.5 million US dollars) worth of government securities in the week ended on October 30, continuing the buying trend for nine weeks in the last ten. Foreign holdings in Sri Lanka’s treasury bonds reached 141.32 billion rupees (USD 471.1 million at 1$=300…
The Supreme Court today granted leave to proceed with a Fundamental Rights petition filed by a schoolgirl challenging the decision of her school administration to prohibit her wearing the Punjabi dress to school.
David Beckham has received a knighthood from King Charles at Windsor Castle today.
State officials should be handled with diligence, especially in a situation where they are not appreciated whenever their actions benefit the country and blamed during other instances where they are blamed when the state suffers losses because of them, UNP Chairman Wajira Abeywardena said today.
Zimbabwe all-rounder Sean Williams, one of the country’s finest ever cricketers, will no longer be considered for selection after he entered into a drug rehabilitation programme, Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) said in a statement on Tuesday.
The International Cricket Council has confirmed the outcomes of several Code of Conduct proceedings arising from matches played during the Asia Cup. The hearings were conducted by members of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees following incidents in the matches between India and Pakistan on 14, 21 and 28 September. 14 September 2025 – India vs. Pakistan: Suryakumar Yadav was found guilty of a breach of Article 2.21 of the ICC Code of Conduct, which relates to conduct that brings the game into disrepute. He was fined 30 per cent of his match fee and received two demerit points.…
Former United States Vice President Dick Cheney has died aged 84.