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22nd Constitutional Amendment challenged in Supreme Court

A petition has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking a determination that the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution,...

Aug 18, 2026 | Local

Ex-Minister Keheliya Rambukwella arrested by Bribery Commission

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) today (18)....

Aug 18, 2026 | Local

22nd Constitutional Amendment Bill to be tabled in Parliament today

The 22nd Constitutional Amendment Draft Bill and the Judicature (Amendment) Bill are scheduled to be presented to Parliament today (18)....

Aug 18, 2026 | Local

22nd Constitutional Amendment Bill tabled in Parliament

The 22nd Constitutional Amendment Bill and the Judicature (Amendment) Bill were presented to Parliament today (18) by Minister of Justice...

FeaturedAug 18, 2026 | Local

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The opposition held up a board in protest as Harshana introduced the 22nd Amendment to the House.

Sri Lanka bowled out for 284 against India in Galle Test

Sri Lanka were bowled out for 284 in their first innings against India in the opening Test at the Galle...

Aug 17, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

Messi unsure he will play 'much longer' after father's death

Lionel Messi said he is unsure how much longer he will continue playing football as he posted an emotional tribute...

Aug 13, 2026 | Sports.Football

Niroshan Dickwella returns to Sri Lanka squad for test series against India

Flamboyant wicketkeeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella is set to make a return to Sri Lanka's Test setup after being named in a...

Aug 13, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

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5.9-magnitude quake hits Flores Region, Indonesia - GFZ

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 jolted Flores Region, Indonesia, at 0046 GMT on Monday, the GFZ German Research...

Aug 17, 2026 | World

Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 51, cuts roads

Around 5,000 people have been evacuated after a magnitude-7.7 earthquake smashed an area in eastern Indonesia, killing at least 51,...

Aug 16, 2026 | World

Technology Insights

Nvidia hits new milestone as world's first $5tn company

Nvidia has hit a new milestone, becoming the first company in the world to reach a market value of $5tn (£3.8tn). The US chip giant has rapidly climbed from a niche graphics-chip designer to an AI titan, as euphoria about the potential of artificial intelligence keeps driving demand for its...

Nov 2, 2025 | Technology

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Sri Lanka bowled out for 284 against India in Galle Test

Sri Lanka were bowled out for 284 in their first innings against India in the opening Test at the Galle International Cricket Stadium. Sonal Dinusha top-scored for Sri Lanka with a maiden Test century, making 100 off 168 balls. Niroshan Dickwella also made a valuable contribution, scoring 80 off 115...

Aug 17, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

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Award-winning actor Mahendra Perera returns after Malaysian Film Festival success

Veteran actor Mahendra Perera and actor Priyantha Sirikumara returned to Sri Lanka this afternoon (26) after winning awards at the...

Jul 26, 2026 | Entertainment

Baby Memorial Hospital Highlights Advances in Scoliosis Surgery, Outlines Support for Sri Lankan Patients

COLOMBO - Doctors from Baby Memorial Hospital (BMH) India said scoliosis surgery has become significantly safer and more predictable in...

Aug 11, 2026 | Business

Asia Asset Finance Powers into FY2026/27 with 198% Surge in Profit Before Tax

Asia Asset Finance PLC (AAF) has delivered an exceptional opening quarter for FY2026/27, recording strong growth across profitability, income, assets...

Aug 7, 2026 | Business

David Pieris Automobiles unveils all-new BAIC X3e

David Pieris Automobiles (Private) Limited, the four-wheeler sales arm of David Pieris Group of Companies, unveiled the all-new BAIC X3e,...

Aug 1, 2026 | Business

Sri Lanka bowled out for 284 against India in Galle Test

Sri Lanka were bowled out for 284 in their first innings against India in the opening Test at the Galle...

Aug 17, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

Niroshan Dickwella returns to Sri Lanka squad for test series against India

Flamboyant wicketkeeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella is set to make a return to Sri Lanka's Test setup after being named in a...

Aug 13, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

No Tickets Needed: Free Entry for Sri Lanka-India Tests

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced free public admission for the upcoming ICC World Test Championship Test series between Sri...

Aug 7, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

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22nd Constitutional Amendment challenged in Supreme Court

A petition has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking a determination that the proposed...

Aug 18, 2026 | Local

Ex-Minister Keheliya Rambukwella arrested by Bribery Commission

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery...

Aug 18, 2026 | Local

22nd Constitutional Amendment Bill tabled in Parliament

The 22nd Constitutional Amendment Bill and the Judicature (Amendment) Bill were presented to Parliament today...

FeaturedAug 18, 2026 | Local

22nd Constitutional Amendment Bill to be tabled in Parliament today

The 22nd Constitutional Amendment Draft Bill and the Judicature (Amendment) Bill are scheduled to be...

Aug 18, 2026 | Local

Ex-Minister Keheliya Rambukwella arrives at Bribery Commission

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella has arrived at the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery...

Aug 18, 2026 | Local

Suranjith Wewita appointed as new chairman of SLTDA

Suranjith Wewita has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Sri Lanka Tourism Development...

Aug 18, 2026 | Local

Indian Defence Minister to undertake official visit to Sri Lanka

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka....

Aug 18, 2026 | Local

Tech Updates

Nvidia hits new milestone as world's first $5tn company

Nvidia has hit a new milestone, becoming the first company in the world to reach a market value of $5tn...

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22nd Constitutional Amendment challenged in Supreme Court

A petition has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking a determination that the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution,...

Aug 18, 2026 | Local

Ex-Minister Keheliya Rambukwella arrested by Bribery Commission

Aug 18, 2026 | Local

22nd Constitutional Amendment Bill tabled in Parliament

FeaturedAug 18, 2026 | Local

22nd Constitutional Amendment Bill to be tabled in Parliament today

Aug 18, 2026 | Local

Politics

Naveen Dissanayake appointed as UNP Deputy Chairman

Former United National Party MP Naveen Dissanayake has been appointed as the Vice President of the party. It has been...

Jan 5, 2026 | Politics

SJB and UNP to collaborate under a joint political program – Sajith

Oct 10, 2025 | Politics

Minister Ananda Wijepala Responds to Media Reports on CID Officers' Trip to Malaysia to Apprehend Underworld Leader

FeaturedJul 20, 2025 | Politics

Two NPP members of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha abducted: Party says

Jun 27, 2025 | Politics

Business & Economics

Baby Memorial Hospital Highlights Advances in Scoliosis Surgery, Outlines Support for Sri Lankan Patients

COLOMBO - Doctors from Baby Memorial Hospital (BMH) India said scoliosis surgery has become significantly safer and more predictable in...

Aug 11, 2026 | Business

Asia Asset Finance Powers into FY2026/27 with 198% Surge in Profit Before Tax

Aug 7, 2026 | Business

David Pieris Automobiles unveils all-new BAIC X3e

Aug 1, 2026 | Business

Gateway College and Prime Lands Enter into Landmark Transaction to Establish New State-of-the-Art School in Malabe

Jul 31, 2026 | Business