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The National People’s Power (NPP) urged the government to conduct a transparent truth-seeking investigation into the resignation of Mullaitivu Magistrate T. Saravanarajah.

In the wake of the International Monetary Board (IMF) revenue mobilization gains-while improved relative to last year--are expected to fall short of initial projections by nearly 15 per cent by year-end, the state cof­fers are deprived of a whopping Rs.500 billion annually...

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission team concluding its visit to Sri Lanka said that despite early signs of stabilization, full economic recovery is not yet assured.

Concerns are rising among medical specialists following an incident in which the Ministry of Health instructed a neurologist to repay the salary earned during his postgraduate training period in Sri Lanka.

China, more than any other country in the region or elsewhere, offers exchange programmes to the parliamentarians from Sri Lanka.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission team concluding its visit to Sri Lanka said that despite early signs of stabilization, full economic recovery is not yet assured.

As Sri Lanka is yet to meet two key targets under the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) programme, there is no “fixed timeline” for the disbursement of the second tranche of the US$ 3 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF), said IMF Mission Senior Chief for Sri Lanka, Peter Breuer.

Sri Lankan international cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka has been found not guilty of sexual assault by a Sydney judge who said the evidence established there was “no opportunity” for him to have removed a condom during sex, and that he was truthful in his police interview.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission team concluding its visit to Sri Lanka said that despite early signs of stabilization, full economic recovery is not yet assured.

Sri Lankan politicians are a surprising lot. At the height of the political crisis when the local economy collapsed and the country ran out of money, all political leaders appealed to the international community for help. And in goodwill many countries stepped forward to assist the nation, some with their own interests while others came forward in friendship.

The western countries are bracing for voicing strong concern for the government regarding the latest version of the Anti-Terrorism Bill (ATB) and the Online Safety Bill - which they see as problematic after analysis of the contents with their legal experts yesterday, Daily Mirror learns.

Homagama police yesterday carried out a raid on a park run by a private institution in Homagama on complaints that underage children were allowed to engage in sexual activities in cubicles at the park and found 24 young couples in the cubicles.

An instance where glue is suspected to have been applied to cover up a crack on an egg was reported from Kegalle today.

Concerns are rising among medical specialists following an incident in which the Ministry of Health instructed a neurologist to repay the salary earned during his postgraduate training period in Sri Lanka.

The U.S. Under Secretary Victoria Nuland, in her meeting with Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, is reported to have raised concerns about the upcoming visit of Chinese research vessel Shi Yan 6.

The Finance Ministry has taken measures to remove the import restrictions on all currently restricted items, except on private vehicles, from October 1, Finance State Minister Shehan Semasinghe said.

Homagama police yesterday carried out a raid on a park run by a private institution in Homagama on complaints that underage children were allowed to engage in sexual activities in cubicles at the park and found 24 young couples in the cubicles.

The U.S. Under Secretary Victoria Nuland, in her meeting with Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, is reported to have raised concerns about the upcoming visit of Chinese research vessel Shi Yan 6.

A video showing a group of staff members from a Cargills supermarket outlet brutally assaulting a female customer is circulating on social media.

The recent decision to cancel nominations submitted for the local government elections may lead to a significant financial loss of over one billion rupees, according to the People’s Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL).

In the recent past, Sri Lanka has witnessed a worrying increase in various forms of criminal activities such as shootings, killings in broad daylight and theft, robbery, and drug-related offenses, raising concerns among citizens and authorities alike.

The Finance Ministry has taken measures to remove the import restrictions on all currently restricted items, except on private vehicles, from October 1, Finance State Minister Shehan Semasinghe said.

A video showing a group of staff members from a Cargills supermarket outlet brutally assaulting a female customer is circulating on social media.

A picture of Foreign Minister Ali Sabry with his son at an event on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly has sparked criticism with people questioning as to why such privileges are offered to the relatives of politicians.

In the wake of the outbreak of Nipah virus in the South Indian State of Kerala, the health authorities in Sri Lanka have taken note of it but ruled out any immediate threat.

Sri Lanka will unveil the Standard Operating Procedure (SPO) shortly setting out guidelines to be followed by foreign ships or aircraft in making a port of call in Sri Lanka and carrying out activities in territorial waters, a top source said.

After temporarily suspending all vehicle imports, the Cabinet is now contemplating granting permission to a specific party to import electric vehicles (EVs) with 500 kW, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PEHV), and electric two-wheelers in a semi-knockdown (SKD) form for local assembly, with zero interest, the Vehicle Importers Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL) claimed.

The Provincial Department of Health Services, Northern Province has implemented a ban on the use of social media for health workers including doctors during duty hours.

Without taking swift action to close or repair the massive rainwater-filled sinkhole on Dodangahahena Road in Gothatuwa, the relevant authorities are now passing the buck.

Sri Lanka’s present cricket team is more talented than the 1996 World Cup winning squad, former cricketer Arjuna Ranatunga said.

In the recent past, Sri Lanka has witnessed a worrying increase in various forms of criminal activities such as shootings, killings in broad daylight and theft, robbery, and drug-related offenses, raising concerns among citizens and authorities alike.

Some allegations that have been made on Easter Sunday attacks are merely conspiracy theories that reject accepted narratives with regard to the April 2019 attacks, a senior police officer told MPs during a meeting held at the parliamentary complex.

Despite the Health Ministry pledging a salary and pension, the seven specialists who have been requested to continue working after retirement have not received any payment for the past three months, according to sources.

Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Monday declared the Aukus security pact between Australia, Britain and the US “a mistake” while rejecting any concerns over Beijing’s perceived influence on his debt-ridden island nation.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the Indian government could be behind the fatal shooting of Canadian Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

The British Foreign Office announced that a large number of foreign embassies in London, including the Sri Lankan High Commission, owe the country millions of pounds in unpaid congestion charges.

With reference to the decision of the health Ministry to recall the retired medical specialists, medical specialists opined that it is neither a feasible nor a longstanding move to address the shortage of specialists.

The Court of Appeal today was informed that there was no citizenship certificate issued to State Minister Diana Gamage by the Minister.

With the migration of medical professionals from Sri Lanka reaching an alarming level, exacerbated by the low salaries offered to specialists, the health authorities are now admitting that the situation is beyond their control.

Nearly 60 pilots have left SriLankan Airlines during the last 12 months and the airline is in the process of recruiting pilots. It has already obtained Government approval to recruit foreign pilots if required, to face the shortage, Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines, Richard Nuttall said.

Sri Lanka were absolutely embarrassed in front of a packed house at R. Premadasa Stadium by India, who clinched the Asia Cup without breaking a sweat yesterday.

The Provincial Department of Health Services, Northern Province has implemented a ban on the use of social media for health workers including doctors during duty hours.

Negotiations are underway to reduce the study period by one year so that children can graduate one year earlier, Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena said.

Former Sri Lankan captain Arjuna Ranatunga has lashed out at the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) silence over the addition of a reserve day for the recent Asia Cup Super 4 match between India and Pakistan.

The British Foreign Office announced that a large number of foreign embassies in London, including the Sri Lankan High Commission, owe the country millions of pounds in unpaid congestion charges.

A committee chaired by retired Supreme Court Justice S I Imam has been appointed by President Ranil Wickremesinghe to investigate ’’Channel-4’’ allegations about the Easter attacks, President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

With reference to the decision of the health Ministry to recall the retired medical specialists, medical specialists opined that it is neither a feasible nor a longstanding move to address the shortage of specialists.

The Court of Appeal today was informed that there was no citizenship certificate issued to State Minister Diana Gamage by the Minister.

With the migration of medical professionals from Sri Lanka reaching an alarming level, exacerbated by the low salaries offered to specialists, the health authorities are now admitting that the situation is beyond their control.

Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith over the weekend stressed that the perpetrators behind the Easter Sunday bomb attacks can be forgiven if they accept responsibility and repent.