Global chocolate brand Snickers has officially launched in Sri Lanka, marking Mars Incorporated’s latest entry into the country’s confectionery market. To celebrate the launch, Snickers introduced a two-week travelling Snickers Pop-Up Experience and a social media challenge titled #SnickersOnWheels. The pop-up truck will visit key towns including Colombo, Negombo, Gampaha, Panadura, Moratuwa and Maharagama from October 17 to 30, featuring interactive games, giveaways, and merchandise. Snickers Pop-up Experience (Truck) Refer to the route plan: 17 October – Dutch Hospital, Colombo 18 October – Galle Face, Colombo 19 October – Panadura (Bus Stand) 20 October – Nittambuwa (Bus Stand) 21 October…
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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has called on the Federation of University Teachers’ Associations (FUTA) to develop a comprehensive plan to address delays in university degree programmes and improve the overall functioning of higher education institutions.
Chamari Athapaththu once again proved why she is among the world’s finest all-rounders as Sri Lanka pulled off a stunning victory over Bangladesh to keep their ICC Women’s World Cup hopes alive. Defending a modest total, Sri Lanka held their nerve brilliantly in the final overs. Bangladesh needed just 12 runs off the last 12 balls with six wickets in hand, but Chamari’s leadership, tight bowling, and inspired field placements turned the game around in dramatic fashion. The post ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 – Points Table appeared first on Newswire.
Rail services on the Upcountry route will be disrupted tomorrow morning as four trains have been cancelled due to ongoing adverse weather conditions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he would be ready to join Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin at a proposed summit in Hungary if he were invited.
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued a landslide early warning for ten districts, effective from 8:30 p.m. today (20) until 8:30 p.m. tomorrow (21). According to the Landslide Research and Risk Management Division, the warnings have been issued based on cumulative rainfall and weather forecasts from the Meteorology Department. **Districts under warning:** Landslide warnings have been issued for Badulla, Colombo, Galle, Kalutara, Kandy, Kegalle, Kurunegala, Matale, Nuwara Eliya, and Ratnapura districts. Several Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSDs) have been placed under varying levels of risk: * **Level 3 (Red Alert – High Risk):** Areas in Kegalle including Rambukkana, Dehiowita,…
Meta-owned WhatsApp is preparing to roll out a long-awaited feature that will allow users to reserve a unique username — marking a major shift from its current phone number–based identity system. According to beta trackers, the new feature has been spotted in WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.25.28.12. The update includes a new “Reserve Username” section in the app’s settings, which will enable users to secure their preferred handles before the full public release. The usernames will allow a mix of lowercase letters, numbers, periods, and underscores, but cannot start with www. or include special characters. WhatsApp is also…
The Orionid meteor shower will be visible in Sri Lanka tonight and into the early hours of tomorrow, astronomy experts said.
A video showing a doctor and an engineer being questioned at Panadura Police Station has sparked public outrage and drawn sharp criticism from legal experts.
A clash between two student groups at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, has left six students injured and hospitalized, while police have arrested 20 students in connection with the incident. According to reports, the altercation occurred within the university premises on Monday, prompting authorities to intervene and restore order. The injured students were admitted to hospital for treatment. Following the incident, university administration instructed all second- and third-year students to vacate the faculty premises immediately as a precautionary measure. Police investigations are underway to determine the cause of the clash and identify those responsible. (Newswire) The post Clash…
The Champion Gateway Teams Gateway College Colombo achieved an extraordinary double triumph by winning both the Boys’ and Girls’ Championships at the Inter-International Schools Under-19 Basketball Tournament 2025. The week-long tournament, which brought together the top international schools in Sri Lanka, was a thrilling showcase of talent, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Boys’ Tournament Thirteen leading schools battled for the coveted boys’ title — including Gateway College (Colombo and Kandy), Lyceum International Schools (Nugegoda, Panadura, Wattala), Stafford International School, Horizon College International, Royal Institute, Wycherley International School, Elizabeth Moir School, Colombo International Schools (Colombo and Kandy), and Asian International School. From the…
Some of the world’s biggest apps and websites, such as Amazon, Google, Snapchat, Roblox, Fortnite, and Canva, have been hit by a major internet outage.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar opens up about facing the spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan. From adjusting his guard to counter Murali’s legendary doosra to understanding the patience and practice behind his craft, Sachin shares rare insights into what made Muralitharan one of the greatest bowlers in cricket history. A must-watch for fans and aspiring cricketers eager to learn from the master. The post Sachin Tendulkar on Facing Muralitharan: Secrets Behind the Legendary Doosra appeared first on Newswire.
Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa visited the Orthopedic Department of the National Hospital in Colombo this morning (20) to inspect a pilot project producing prosthetic limbs using modern technology. The initiative, implemented with the sponsorship of the Humanitarian for Empowerment Institute of Switzerland, aims to locally manufacture high-quality artificial limbs using advanced materials and techniques. Officials said the project has already demonstrated strong results, offering new hope for persons with disabilities in Sri Lanka. The Minister engaged with specialists and technicians involved in the project and observed the manufacturing process of the prosthetic limbs. He commended the team for adopting…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with the Federation of University Teachers’ Associations (FUTA) this morning (20) at the Presidential Secretariat to discuss key issues affecting Sri Lanka’s higher education sector. During the meeting, FUTA representatives raised concerns over delays in completing degree programmes, challenges faced by academics, and disruptions within the university system over recent years. The President directed FUTA to prepare a plan to accelerate the completion of pending degree programmes while maintaining academic standards. He assured that the government would provide the necessary support to implement the plan and strengthen research and development activities within universities. Discussions also…
Seven train services, including night mail trains, will be cancelled tonight due to a landslide on the Upcountry railway line, the Railways Department announced.
The Unity of Excise Trade Unions has strongly protested a statement made by Excise Commissioner General M.B.N.A. Pemaratne during a trade union meeting held on October 17. In its statement, the union questioned how the Commissioner General could claim that 20–30 percent of officers in the Department of Excise were corrupt, while at the same time saying the department had achieved 107 percent of its revenue target. The Unity of Excise Trade Unions said the remark was unfounded and reflected a lack of understanding of state administration and taxation, adding that it had caused embarrassment to excise officers across the…
Survivors and relatives of victims of the 1989 Valvettithurai massacre have submitted a formal reparations claim to the Sri Lankan Office for Reparations, seeking USD 15 million (around LKR 4.5 billion) in compensation for the killings and destruction carried out by the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) 36 years ago.
The government plans to increase the existing 3% job quota for persons with disabilities in the state sector to 4%, Deputy Labour Minister Mahinda Jayasinghe announced yesterday (19). He made these remarks while attending an awards ceremony held in Colombo to recognize the Employment Promotion Programme for Persons with Disabilities. The initiative, organized jointly by the Department of Manpower and Employment and the Department of Social Services under the Labour Ministry, receives technical support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). According to official figures, 719 persons with disabilities have so far been employed through the programme, in collaboration with…
The 151st Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) is being held in Geneva, Switzerland, from October 19 to 23, 2025, under the theme “Safeguarding Humanitarian Norms and Supporting Humanitarian Action in Times of Crisis.” Deputy Minister of Public Security Sunil Watagala is scheduled to address the session tomorrow (21) morning. Lawmakers from around the world have gathered to discuss ways to strengthen parliamentary action in protecting international humanitarian law, ensuring the independence of relief operations, and supporting peacebuilding, development, gender equality, and climate-related goals. The Sri Lankan delegation—comprising both government and opposition MPs—is taking part in the sessions representing Parliament…