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The President has emphasized that good governance, law and order in the country has been safeguarded during the rule of the present Government; as not witnessed before. President Mahinda Rajapaksa pointed out that he was able to eradicate terrorism and develop the country due to the ability to rise up […]

Members of the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress have met the President. President Mahinda Rajapaksa has met a high level delegation of the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress at the Temple Trees. They have held discussions at length about the present political climate and future activities. Minister Rauff Hakeem, General Secretary Hassen […]

The Laksanda Sevana Housing Complex built for the under-privileged people in Colombo will be vested in the public tomorrow. The programme to provide housing with all facilities for the under-privileged people in Colombo, according to the Mahinda Chinthana Policy to provide every family with a house, is successfully implemented. Accordingly […]

The President has paid his last respects to the Senior and veteran Journalist Mahinda Abeysundara. President Mahinda Rajapaksa who went to the residence of late Mr. Abeysundara, at Dampe, Madapatha in Piliyandala this morning paid his last respects to the senior journalist. Mr. Abeysundara who was ailing for some time […]

A new programme has been launched to introduce new financial methods to small and medium scale industrialists. A programme is now being implemented to brief small and medium scale industrialists in the island on financial methods that would help them to efficiently conduct their business. The Ministry of Traditional Industries […]

A programme has been launched to purchase the big onion harvest of the Matale farmers, through the Laksathosa, under a guaranteed price. The programme has been implemented on the instructions of the President to protect the farmers and to provide relief for big onion farmers. He Ministry of Internal Trade […]

Tuition classes related to the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination will be banned from midnight on Wednesday. All measures are in place to commence the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination on the 9th of next month. Commissioner General of Examinations W.M.S.J. Pushpakumara said that all tuition classes related to the examination would […]

2700 families in the Hambantota District have been given Ranbima Land deeds. The presentation of Ranbima Land Deeds took place under the patronage of Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa at the Hambantota Administrative Complex. Self-employed people were given financial assistance at the ceremony. Hambantota Mayor Eraj Ravindra, district Secretary R.P. Soysa were […]

The world renowned Forbes Magazine has named Sri Lanka as one of the ten coolest destinations to visit in the year 2015. It says that following the dawn of peace in the country, Sri Lanka offers tremendous value to the travelers. Forbes Magazine states that the main draw is the […]

A former Deputy Minister, Athula Nimalasiri Jayasinghe has passed away. Mr. Athula Nimalasiri who was an active JVP member of the 1971 rebellion, was later known as Loku Athula. He entered into active politics and was elected as a Provincial Councilor from the 1987 Provincial Council Elections. Late Mr. Jayasinghe […]

Former Chief Editor of the Silumina Newspaper and Senior Journalist Sujeewa Dissanayake has passed away. Mr. Sujeewa Dissanayake who held high ranking positions of several newspapers, was 55 years of age at the time of his sudden demise. Mr. Dissanayake who worked as a journalist and a photographer in Attha, […]

A grief-stricken Australia captain Michael Clarke said Phillip Hughes’s number 64 one-day shirt number would be retired following his tragic death. Hughes died on Thursday aged 25 two days after being hit by a ball. No decision has been announced about the first Test with India, which is due to […]

The President says that he is prepared to mould a disciplined society in the county which is being developed after being freed from terrorism. President Mahinda Rajapaksa mentioned this during a function to offer documents related to sacred city gazette notification. The President was felicitated by the Mahasangha of “Shasanarakshaka […]

The President says that the next step of the Government is to create a disciplined society while taking forward the country. President Mahinda Rajapaksa mentioned this when he met a group of Summons officers at Temple Trees. He said that the Government would not only be a people friendly Government, […]

Prime Minister D.M. Jayaratne has pointed out that it is the present Government which gave the due place to the Muslim community. The Prime Minister said this while taking part on the occasion to open the elections operation office at Akurana in Kandy. A group of people including Abdul Cadre […]

Minister Susil Premajayantha says that the common candidate of the opposition is a plan of a conspiracy hatched for the victory of western powers. Minister Susil Premajayantha said that the LTTE diaspora wanted to take revenge from the President. He said that the LTTE diaspora wanted to take the President, […]

Minister Jeevan Kumaranatunga says that he will never leave the party and would commit himself for the victory of the President at the forthcoming Presidential Elections. Minister Jeevan Kumaranatunga said that there was no truth in the stories which say that he is going to crossover. He said that they […]

Two opposition leaders of Pradeshiya Sabhas have joined the Alliance to ensure the victory of the President. Opposition Leader of Mihintalawa Pradeshiya Sabha Lalith Edirisinghe and Opposition Leader of Thalawa Pradehiya Sabha have crossed over to the Alliance. They obtained their Alliance membership from Minister S.M. Chandrasena.

The services of Inland Revenue Department have been broad based. The Inland Revenue Department says that they have broad based their services enabling the public to handover revenue details without a delay. The public has been provided with a drive through service at their branch on Jawatta Road in Colombo. […]

Sri Lanka and Singapore have signed two agreement on shipping. Sri Lanka Shipping Corporation and Singapore’s Pacific Carriers Shipping Corporation signed the two agreements in Colombo. Chairman of Sri Lanka Shipping Corporation Admiral Jaynath Colombage and Chairman of Pacific Carriers Shipping Corporation Ku Oak Kuan signed the agreements. The agreements […]

The National Health Programme Nirogi Lanka will commence on the 1st of next month. The Department of Health has planned to get the participation of public and private sector institutions in this regards. The national health programme “Nirogi Lanka” will be held island wide from 1st to 7th of next […]

After the Fall is a 2014 American drama film directed by Saar Klein. The movie stars Wes Bentley, Vinessa Shaw and Haley Bennett. When everyday family man Bill loses his job, his peaceful life quickly spirals out of control. Terrified that he will lose everything he has achieved, he turns […]

He was 75 years at his demise. Mahinda Abeysundera, who played a pioneering role in Sri Lankan media passes away. He entered the media sphere after engaging in the teaching profession and displayed his versatility in the field of media through many print media establishments. He rendered yeoman service to […]

The President who succeeded in securing many benefits to the nation after attending the SAARC Summit returns to the island. The 18th SAARC Summit which was organized in the Nepalese capital Kathmandu was held for two days with the participation of South Asian leaders. President Rajapaksa who left for Nepal […]

President Rajapaksa has said that the country needs more persons who consider the country first than self. He underlined that no one who loves the motherland would go wrong any day. The President expressed these views participating in the unveiling of a statue of senior educationist R.I.T. Alles at the […]

“Mage Pensala” is a solo Art Exhibition. All drawings have been done using on the pencil point. Its opening took place under the patronage of the President. The “Mage Pensala” exhibition which further displays the talents and skills of artist Wasantha Sanath was declared open by President Rajapaksa. The Exhibition […]

Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa has pointed out that the Government has done its maximum to bring stability to the country. The victory of the President built on the people’s trust on this basis is definite. The Minister was addressing a media conference summoned by the Freedom Alliance in Colombo today. […]

Many traditional United National Party supporters of the Polonnaruwa District have joined the United People’s Freedom Alliance. A group of United National Party supporters belonging to 75 families within the Abhayapura area in Medirigiriya defected to the United People’s Freedom Alliance. They secured membership of the Freedom Alliance at the […]

Chairman of the Bharatiya Janata Party Committee for Strategic Action and Leader of the Janatha Party Dr. Subramanian Swamy has said that a large fraction of the Tamils will vote for President Rajapaksa at the election. Dr. Subramanian Swamy in a twitter message claimed that 40 percent of Sri Lankan […]

There is no truth in the report published by a certain newspaper that the Chief of the State Intelligence Service DIG Chandra Wakista has been removed from his post. The Defence Ministry has emphasized that no such incident had taken place. The Ravaya newspaper which is to be published the […]

The sluice gates of the Deduru Oya and Rajangana Reservoirs have been opened. The eight spill gates of Deduru Oya have been opened by four feet each, while 12 sluice gates of the Rajangana Reservoir have also been opened. Low lying areas in Nikaraweratiya, Maho, Bingiriya and Chilaw are under […]

All tuition classes are barred from the 03rd of next month until the conclusion of the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination. The 2014 Ordinary Level Examination will commence on the 09th of next month and end on the 18th. The Examinations Department announced that following this examination, the ban on tuition […]

The Sumathi Tele Awards Festival has been held on a grand scale. The Independent Television Network clinches the Most Popular teledrama Award this year too. The 19th Sumathi Tele Awards Festival was organized on an elaborate scale at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Convention Centre last night. Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa, many […]

The Supreme Court has observed on Thursday that Chennai Super Kings should be “terminated without further enquiry” from the Indian Premier League because one of its officials Gurunath Meiyappan has been indicted for betting by an inquiry committee. Meiyappan is the son-in-law of suspended BCCI president N. Srinivasan. Srinivasan is […]

Saving the best for last, the third and final day of Fashion Pakistan Week saw Winter/Autumn ’14 collections from some of the biggest names in Pakistani fashion. Fashion Pakistan Week highlighted some of the best talents that the country’s fashion industry has to offer, there were mixed reactions to the […]

With players mourning the tragic death of Phillip Hughes, there is still uncertainty over whether the first Test between India and Australia will go on as per schedule next week. The Test is scheduled to commence at Brisbane on December 4, which is just a week away, and Cricket Australia’s […]

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has wished good luck to President Rajapaksa for his victory at the forthcoming Presidential election. Addressing the main sessions of the SAARC Summit in Kathmandu, the Indian Prime Minister said that the South Asian region is already facing several challenges. The Indian Prime Minister said […]

Sri Lanka achieves a slew of benefits following discussions held between President Rajapaksa and South Asian leaders. More attention was focused on economic, trade and defence activities and the exchange of energy. President Rajapaksa has held bilateral discussions with South Asian regional leaders who have gathered in the Nepalese capital […]

The Tamil National Alliance has made a deal with former President Chandrika Kumaratunge to support the common Opposition candidate. TamilNet has reported that TNA Parliamentary group leader R. Sampanthan had made a deal with the former on supporting the common Opposition candidate Maithiripala Srisena. It is alleged that Sampanthan had […]

People’s representatives of the United People’s Freedom Alliance of the Kandy District have given a solemn pledge to dedicate themselves to the victory of the President. All these people’s representatives gathered at the official residence of the Central Province Chief Minister in Kandy and gave this pledge. The gathering organized […]

Uva Chief Minister Shashindra Rajapaksa has emphasized that everyone within the Government group representing the Uva Provincial Council is geared to extend their unstinted support to the victory of the President at the elections. Shashindra Rajapaksa said that the Opposition is bankrupt today and was making allegations that they could […]

The South and Southeast Asian Nations Defence Chiefs’ Dialogue- 2014 opened in Colombo this morning. Delivering the keynote address, Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa said that terrorism has become a threat not only to the region but to the entire world. The conference, first of its kind, is being held, with […]

Another stage of handing over gold recovered from the Northern and Eastern areas when the humanitarian operation was in progress will be launched on the 04th of next month. Army Commander Lt. Gen. Daya Ratnayake said that the gold will be handed over under the patronage of the President. Addressing […]

The handing over of Divi Neguma housing development financial assistance is being successfully carried out countrywide. The handing over the requisite goods and implements to Divi Neguma recipients within the Wennappuwa Divisional Secretariat Division engage in self-employment took place under the patronage of Senior Minister Milroy Fernando. Goods worth 12 […]

Alternate lands are to be given to the estate community in Badulla impacted as a result of landslides. A special discussion was held at the Badulla District Secretariat for the granting of land for the estate community within the Badulla District affected as a result of extreme weather and landslides […]

Phillip Hughes has died from head injuries suffered on Tuesday when he was hit in the head by a bouncer at the SCG, Cricket Australia has announced. The Australian cricketer underwent brain surgery and has been has been in an induced coma in Sydney’s St Vincent’s Hospital. Hughes did not […]

President Rajapaksa has called for a common voice among South Asian nations on international issues and cooperation on eradicating terrorism regionally and globally. The President underscored the imperative need for SAARC to move towards implementing result-oriented, actionable plans, which directly impact the lives of the people. President Rajapaksa made these […]

President Mahinda Rajapaksa holds bilateral discussions with South Asian leaders in Nepal. The President who is attending the SAARC Summit held fruitful talks with several South Asian leaders in Kathmandu. President Rajapaksa had talks with Bhutan, Maldives and Afghanistan leaders parallel to the SAARC Summit. Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, […]

Officials in Nepal have lauded the Sri Lankan President for the contributions he had made for the development of Lumbini. The President participated in several openings in Lumbini. President Rajapaksa who is in Nepal for the SAARC Summit yesterday joined in several openings at Lumbini, one of the most sacred […]

The people of Rajarata are determined to ensure a resounding victory for the President at the election. The people’s representatives of Rajarata emphasized that they would steer the Sri Lanka Freedom Party for a successful future journey along with the people. The Anuradhapura District Sri Lanka Freedom Party representatives Convention […]

United National Party supporters in Polonnaruwa have emphasized that they do not have any clear idea on the activities of the common candidate. Disheartened by the decision taken by the United National Party to select a common candidate, many UNP stalwarts within the Thamankaduwa Pradeshiya Sabha authority area have defected […]

Laws are to be amended so that a Chairman of a Local Government Authority should resign if the budget of the Council is defeated for a second occasion. Accordingly it has been emphasized that this law will not apply to Local Government establishments which had been elected under the old […]

Minister Johnston Fernando has said that they are making big onion purchases from Dambulla, with effect from today through the CWE. He said that a kilo is being purchased from cultivators at 90 rupees. The Government is already purchasing a kilo of big onion at 60 rupees with the aim […]

Russia has agreed to import fish from Sri Lanka. The Russian Agriculture Ministry has granted approval for the import of fish and fish products to Russia. Some 14 Sri Lankan fish exporting companies had already sought to export their products to Russia. According to the Sri Lankan Embassy in Russia, […]

Western Province Chief Minister Prasanna Ranatunge has taken oaths as another Minister of the Province. The Western Province Chief Minister took oaths before Governor Alavi Moulana as the Provincial Minister for Agriculture, Agrarian Development, Minor Irrigation, Industries, Environment and Arts. Following the resignation of Udaya Gammanpila, the Western Chief Minister […]

A mobile service was held at the Hali Ela Divisional Secretariat for the issue of national identity cards before the Presidential election. Several activities with respect to the issue of identity cards were organized at this mobile service which was launched with involvement of almost every state institution. Accordingly the […]

The folks over at NASA are certainly knee deep in research and development as well, and they have been working on the possibility of 3D printed food before. Well, it seems that there is yet another milestone achieved this week where human spaceflight is concerned – a 3D printer was […]

England embark upon their seven-match ODI series against Sri Lanka with everything to prove, and will hope the weather stays clear enough for them to restore some pride, though that seems a big thing to ask of the heavens. The series takes place in the rainy season, and reserve days […]

Muhammad Ali’s daughters are in London to promote the British release of the documentary “I Am Ali.” They say the former boxing champion is still waiting to see it for the first time. Step-sisters Maryum and Hana Ali plan to visit their 72-year-old father in Arizona on their return from […]

President Rajapaksa who left the island to participate in the SAARC Summit has arrived in Nepal. He was given a warm welcome in Nepal. The President is also ready for bilateral discussions with State leaders. On arrival at the Katunayake International Airport to leave for Nepal to attend the SAARC […]

The 18th SAARC Summit will open at Kathmandu, the Nepalese capital tomorrow on a grand scale. The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation consists of eight member countries. They are Sri Lanka, India, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan. The 18th SAARC Summit is being held in Nepal for […]

President Rajapaksa has issued instructions for the immediate resolution of the issues confronted by fishermen of Negombo purchasing their fish under a timely and stable price. The President issued these instructions at a special meeting held between representatives of Fisheries Association at Temple Trees. The discussion was joined by representatives […]

Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya has said that postal voting in the Presidential election is scheduled to take place on the 23rd and 24th of next month. Expressing views in this respect at a news conference held at the Elections Secretary, the Elections Commissioner said that Applications for Postal Voting are […]

Regional leaders of the Tamil National Alliance have joined in further strengthening the election battle of President Rajapaksa. Tamil National Alliance member of the Seruwila Pradeshiya Sabha K. Logeshwaran has joined the Sri Lanka Freedom Party emphasizing that the country should be entrusted to the President to provide maximum service […]

All people’s representatives of the Kegalla District have unanimously decided to extend full support and dedicate themselves to the victory of the President at the forthcoming election. The people’s representatives who gathered at the Kegalla District United People’s Freedom Alliance Operations Office gave this solemn pledge. Those who joined in […]

The Sri Lanka Progressive Front has announced its full support to the President who has ended terrorism which plagued the country and the people for 30 years. The Sri Lanka Progressive Front issuing a statement said that the Party’s Central Committee at a meeting recently decided to give their full […]

The British House of Lords is studying the implications of a European Court judgment on the LTTE and considering appropriate next steps. This follows a discussion yesterday by Britain’s Upper Parliament on the European Court’s decision to delist the LTTE. The discussion was initiated when Lord Naseby, who is the […]

Para Medical appointments have been handed over to 1,075 medical students of the Academic year 2007/2008. The handing over of appointments to recruits to the Para Medical Service took place at the BMICH under the patronage of Acting Health Minister Lalith Dissanayake. The Government was discharging a magnanimous task on […]

Sri Lanka has won the National Outsourcing Association Offshoring Destination of the Year Award 2014 for the second time. It thus validates that the country is a leading destination for outsourcing of information technology and Business Process Management. In Business Process Management, finance and accounting is a global niche, whilst […]

The Organising Committee for the 2016 Olympics unveiled the Games’ mascots at a public school in Rio de Janeiro. A bright yellow cat-like figure, which also combines elements of monkeys and birds, has been revealed as the mascot for the 2016 Rio Olympics. The mascot made its first official appearance […]

Taylor Swift kicked off the AMAs as a mad woman and man eater by feeding a boy a poisonous apple, holding burning roses and giving crazy eyes during a performance of her song about her dating life according to the media. One Direction won three honors at the American Music […]

Australia batsman Phil Hughes is in a critical condition after being hit by a bouncer at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The South Australia left-hander, 25, who has played 26 Tests, collapsed after a delivery from New South Wales bowler Sean Abbott struck his helmet. Hughes was carried off on a […]

The 2015 Budget has been passed in Parliament with a majority of 95 votes. 152 MPs voted for the budget while 57 members cast their votes against it. The United National Party, the Tamil National Alliance and the Democratic National Alliance voted against the Budget while around 15 parliamentarians were […]

New General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party Anura Priyadarshana Yapa assumes office. He took over duties in his new post at the Sri Lanka Freedom Party Head Office at Darley Road in Colombo-10. The Minister was accorded a warm welcome on arrival at the Party Head Office. Minister […]

United People’s Freedom Alliance Parliamentarians have emphasized that the same fate experienced by Fonseka will befall Maithripala Sirisena and that no one is ready to shoulder that burden. The Parliamentarians laid this emphasis at a media briefing of the Freedom Alliance held today. Minister Reginald Cooray said that it is […]

Deposits for the forthcoming Presidential election are being accepted from today. The Elections Secretariat said that the acceptance of deposits for the 2015 Presidential election commenced today. Deposits will be accepted under the fifth of next month. Accordingly, deposits can be handed over to the Chief Accountant of the Elections […]

The tiger terrorists in the world revealing their stand claim that their effort is to defeat the President at this election and taken him to the international criminal court and penalize him. Suren Surendran, Secretary of the Global Tamil Forum composed of international LTTE terrorists, made this disclosure joining in […]

The support of all Tamil Parties of the Estate Sector is always with the President. Party leader emphasized that they would work with dedication for the victory of the President. Even the Trade Union of the New Plantations Labour Congress of the Badulla District has unanimously decided to dedicate itself […]

Heads of Local Councils of Matale have pledged their dedication to the victory of the President who freed and effected development in the country. Chairmen of the 13 Local Government Authorities within the Matale District who gathered in Matale gave this solemn pledge raising their hands. Chairman of the Matale […]

Permanent appointments have been granted to a group of casual labourers of the Anuradhapura Municipal Council. Permanent letters of appointment were handed over to 145 employees who had served on a casual basis for more than 10 years under the patronage of Anuradhapura Mayor H.P. Somadasa. The Mayor said that […]

The curtain comes down on the Joint Military Exercise ‘Mithra Shakthi’ Between Special Forces of the Indian Army and the Sri Lankan Army. The exercise, meant purely to share knowledge and experience between Special Operation Forces of both Sri Lanka and Indian Armies through enhancement of inter-operability, joint efforts and […]

Across the world scientists are experimenting with experimental medicines from vaccines to the blood and plasma of recovering Ebola patients, their aim to discover something that will help the fever stricken areas of western Africa. Some scientist in the UK and the US are taking a more indirect step, seeking […]

Former Black Caps captain Stephen Fleming says that he feels, title holders India is not among the front-runners to win the 2015 World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. Fleming’s logic for leaving out India from his list of Cup favourites was simple. He gave his top four teams. He […]

A tearful Lewis Hamilton joined the elite ranks of double Formula One world champions after a nerve-racking drive to victory in the floodlit season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. In a race overshadowed by the ever-present spectre of mechanical failure after the Briton’s Mercedes teammate Nico Rosberg suffered an early loss […]

“The Captive”, formerly Queen of the Night, is a 2014 Canadian thriller film directed by Atom Egoyan and co-written with David Fraser. The film stars Ryan Reynolds, Scott Speedman, Rosario Dawson, Mireille Enos and Alexia Fast. It was selected to compete for the Palme d’Or in the main competition section […]

The President has emphasized that the motherland would be protected on behalf of the future generations by defeating local and international conspiracies. President Mahinda Rajapaksa said that no one would be allowed to betray the freedom won for the nation by heroic soldiers, sacrificing their lives. The President expressed these […]

The Government of Thailand has conferred a doctorate on the President. This is the first time that Surindra Rajabhat University of Thailand has conferred a doctorate on a State Leader. The Government of Thailand has conferred the doctorate on President Mahinda Rajapaksa for his services rendered to Buddhism in the […]

The President has deposited the sacred relics of the Buddha inside the Sandahiru Seya in Anuradhapura amidst thousands of devotees. The constructions of the Sandahiru Seya in the sacred city of historic Anuradhapura, were launched under the directions of President Mahinda Rajapaksa to celebrate the war victory. The constructions were […]

The President has paid homage to the historic Jayasir Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura. President Mahinda Rajapaksa worshiped the historic Jayasir Maha Bodhi this morning. Thereafter he called on the Chief Incumbent of Atamasthana Venerable Pallegama Sirinivasa Thera and exchanged views with him. The President also spoke with the devotees who […]

The President has vested in the students, the hostel built at the Rajarata University for medical students. The Ministry of Higher Education implemented the project to build 60 hostels for University undergraduates on a concept of the President. President Mahinda Rajapaksa handed over the hostel built for the medical faculty […]

The President has vested in the public, the renovated Anuradhapura – Trincomalee main road. The Anuradhapura – Trincomalee main road renovated at a cost of 9,500 million rupees was handed over to the people under the patronage of President Mahinda Rajapaksa. The renovation of this 97 kilometer long route will […]

Postal voting applications in connection with the forthcoming Presidential Election, are now being accepted. The Elections Secretariat said that accepting of postal voting applications has begun and it would be continued until the 4th of next month. Public sector officials who expects to cast postal votes, have been provided with […]

The Sri Lanka Catholic Church says that the visit of the Pope is confirmed. It says that there is no change of the visit despite the announcement of the Presidential Election. Pope Francis is scheduled to arrive on the 13th of January making the 3rd visit of a Holy Father. […]

General Secretary of United National Party has disclosed that if Mr. Maithripala Sirisena becomes victorious at the forthcoming Presidential Election, all executive powers should be transferred within 24 hours to UNP Leader Ranil Wickremasinghe. Mr. Tissa Attanayake said that once Mr. Maithripala Sirisena is elected on the 8th of January, […]

Minister Basil Rajapaksa says that no one can prevent the victory of the President at the forthcoming Presidential Election. He said that the common candidate is not a challenge for the President. The Minister mentioned this at a function to open Kollonnawa Sri Lanka Freedom Party Presidential Election Office. A […]

Pakistan batsman Sohaib Maqsood has been ruled out of contention for the limited-overs series against New Zealand due to a wrist fracture he suffered while playing for Pakistan A last month. The PCB said Maqsood had suffered a wrist bone fracture and a small tear in one of the ligaments […]

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi set a La Liga scoring record of 253 goals when he netted a hat-trick in the 5-1 win at home to Sevilla. Forward Messi, equalled the record in the 21st minute with a typically breathtaking strike, curling a left-footed shot around the wall and past Sevilla […]

Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb is an upcoming American comedy film directed by Shawn Levy and written by Robert Ben Garant, David Guion, Michael Handelman and Thomas Lennon. The film stars Ben Stiller, Robin Williams and Ben Kingsley. Get ready for the wildest and most adventure-filled Night […]

The President has requested the people to join to take forward the country without being deceived by political opportunists. President Mahinda Rajapaksa has pointed out that terrorism which could not be eradicated by any leader, was eradicated by the present administration. He said that it is the present Government which […]

The President has released the water from Deduru Oya which will provide irrigation for 30 thousand acres of paddy and would benefit about 100 thousand farmer families. Deduru Oya is the biggest reservoir built in the Wayamba Province. President Mahinda Rajapaksa released water from the reservoir for the first time, […]

The President says that the country will be taken forward while protecting Sri Lanka Freedom Party and safeguarding national heritage and culture. He said that irrespective of new competitors, no one could stop the forward march of the motherland. President Mahinda Rajapaksa expressed these views during a meeting with Ayurveda […]

The President has emphasized that his victory is assured as the people are always with the Government. President Mahinda Rajapaksa said this addressing the meeting of Minor and Export Crops Farmers at the Temple Trees. The President pointed out that the Government has taken steps to provide all facilities for […]

Minister Anura Priyadharshana Yapa has been appointed as the new General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party. President Mahinda Rajapaksa has made the appointment, in his capacity as the Party Chairman. Mr. Yapa who is a senior SLFP member, was the Vice Chairman of the party. Minister Yapa who […]

Anunayaka of Malwatta Chapter venerable Niyangoda Vijithasiri Thera has pointed out that President Mahinda Rajapaksa has taken the country forward in all aspects. He said that the President would get the people’s mandate again at the forthcoming Presidential Election. Venerable Niyangoda Vijithasiri Thera said that the services rendered by President […]

Peoples’ Representatives of the North Central Province have emphasized that the people of the province are with the President. They say that the people will never forget the duties performed by the Government led by the President to them. The peoples’ Representatives expressed these views while taking part in the […]

Chief incumbent of Anuradhapura Lankaramaya, Ralapanawe Dhammajothi Thera says that it is President Mahinda Rajapaksa who secured the right to life of the people by eradicating terrorism. Ralapanawe Dhammajothi Thera said that the country was similar to a war zone when the President came in to power in 2005. He […]

With the announcement of the day of the Presidential Election, preliminary organizational work of the election has begun. Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya has decided to hold the Presidential Election on the 8th of January and to call for nominations on the 8th of December. The extraordinary Special Gazette notification in […]

The conference on “Silk route – 21st Century’s Prosperity” has been held in Colombo. The conference which was held under the patronage of Minister Basil Rajapaksa was attended by a delegation including Former Chinese President Jiang Zemin. Heads of many private sector institutions attended the conference which has been jointly […]

Gael Monfils beat Switzerland’s Roger Federer to draw France level at 1-1 in the Davis Cup final in Lille. Federer, who pulled out of ATP World Tour final, was beaten 6-1 6-4 6-3 in front of a Davis Cup record 27,432 fans at the indoor clay court. Stan Wawrinka beat […]

Steve Smith scored 104 off 112 balls as Australia beat South Africa by three wickets to take an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match one-day series. Smith shared a sixth-wicket stand of 121 with wicketkeeper Matthew Wade as the hosts chased 268 in Melbourne. Australia had slumped to 98-5 before […]

Pioneer is a Norwegian thriller film directed by Erik Skjoldbjærg. The movie stars Wes Bentley, Stephen Lang, Aksel Hennie and Stephanie Sigman. Pioneer is set in the early 80’s, at the beginning of the Norwegian Oil Boom. Enormous oil and gas deposits are discovered in the North Sea, authorities aim […]

Belarus has said that it is happy to increase the volume of fisheries products exported from Sri Lanka to that country. A high-level parliamentary delegation from the National Assembly of Belarus, led by the Chairman of the House of Representatives Vladimir Andreichenko expressed this willingness during a meeting with President […]

The United People’s Freedom Alliance has unanimously selected Mahinda Rajapaksa as the Presidential candidate of the Freedom Alliance. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Executive Council of the United People’s Freedom Alliance which met at Temple Trees last night. Leader of the Sri Lanka Freedom party President […]

Massive crowds joined in the Thunkal Dekma rally in which the artistes took the lead for the victory of President Rajapaksa. The Thunkal Dekma rally was organized at the Ananda Samarakoon Open Air Theatre in Nugegoda yesterday with the participation of a large gathering of veteran artistes. The meeting was […]

Secretary to the Ministry of Defence and Urban Development Gotabhaya Rajapaksa has announced that the Government took the necessary initiatives to sort out many issues of the Colombo City. As a result, he said that a pleasant environment has dawned for the urban dwellers. The Defence Secretary said that the […]

The Asian Development Bank has given 150 million US Dollars to further improve Green Energy Development and Energy Efficiency. The demand for power has rapidly increased following the rising economic activities in Sri Lanka. A total of 2522 megawatts of additional power has to be added to the national power […]

Many United National Party stalwarts at the rural level have defected to the Sri Lanka Freedom Party to hand over victory to the President at the Presidential election. A large number of United National Party members of the Kobeigane area within the Nikaweratiya electorate have secured membership of the Sri […]

The concerts of the Manning Town and Panagoda Viru Kekulu Pre-schools have been held under the patronage of the First Lady. The Army Seva Vanitha Unit is operating Pre-Schools and Day Care Centres countrywide for the benefit of their children. The annual pageant of the children of the Manning Town […]

Mohammad Hafeez is confident he will overcome the scrutiny on his action but added that he had never viewed himself as much of bowler and would continue to focus on his batting at international level. In the space of two months umpires both in domestic and international cricket have reported […]

Australia are hopeful that captain Michael Clarke will be available for next month’s first test against India despite a recurrence of his hamstring injury, physiotherapist Alex Kountouris said on Thursday. (Also read: Team India Orders Butter Chicken, Steamed Rice for Lunch in Brisbane) Clarke has missed just one of Australia’s […]

Ross Taylor hit a return-to-form half-century to help New Zealand recover after Sarfraz Ahmed hit a fighting hundred for Pakistan in the second Test in Dubai on Thursday. (Day 4 Highlights | Scorecard)Taylor was 77 not out for his 23rd fifty to help his team recover from a shaky 79-4 […]

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President Rajapaksa has signed the proclamation declaring a Presidential election next year. In the proclamation, the President has noted his intention to seek another term in office. President Rajapaksa inked this afternoon the official document declaring his intention to seek a mandate of the people to serve another term of […]

President Rajapaksa has said that it is the people who are vested with the task of establishing Governments. He emphasized that he is always ready to honour the decision of the people. President Rajapaksa was speaking at a meeting held with small rubber estate owners. The meeting was held at […]

The Indian Government has praised the Sri Lankan President for the decision taken by him to release the five Indian fishermen. It said that this would be a great encouragement to further strengthen the Indo-Sri Lanka ties. The President granted an amnesty to the five Indian fishermen who were arrested […]

An enormous progress has been achieved in the tea smallholdings sector following the initiatives taken by the Government for its development. This announcement has been made by the Government Information Department. The Government launched a number of programmes in the last nine year period for the development of the tea […]

Programme for the granting of housing assistance on behalf of the development of houses of Divi Neguma recipients are being launched successfully throughout the island. The programme of granting housing assistance to Divi Neguma recipients is being successfully implemented countrywide. The handing over of housing assistance to Divi Neguma families […]

2500 railway employees have been given permanent appointments, based on a budget proposal. The handing over of permanent letters of appointment took place at the Matugama Private Bus Stand Complex under the patronage of Minister Kumara Welgama. These letters of appointment have been given to the employees following a proposal […]

Girl who went to shop .... speaks



The girl who was involved in an embarassing situation with a salesman in a dress outlet in Dambulla yesterday spoke to the media and explained the incident as shown on the video below.



What she said was: "He asked me to go upstairs. So after that I went upstairs he and told me to try the fit-on there. After that because the fit-on could be done downstairs, I asked about it and then he said that there was someone there. Actually there was someone there. After that when I did the fit-on and wanted to show my friend, he at once put his hand from below towards my body.



I then hit and came running down. I told him that I would forgive him once only. Saying so I asked him whether I can tell (the management) inside .... and whether he would like to lose his job. Then he said, "Aney .... don't!"



The manner in which she explained the incident further, from the video BELOW

Test opener Kaushal Silva has been named in the 15-man squad for the two warm up matches against England XI. The squad is led by Ashan Priyanjan and includes a number of young players. The first match will be played tomorrow at the SSC grounds while the second and the […]

Rafael Nadal says it is his goal to be fully fit for the Australian Open and competitive enough to challenge for a 15th Grand Slam title. Nadal missed the ATP World Tour Finals in London after undergoing surgery to remove his appendix. The 28-year-old has also battled knee, wrist and […]

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President Rajapaksa today signed the official proclamation declaring his intention to hold a Presidential Election seeking another term. This will be his third election for the Executive Presidency. He was first elected on 17th November 2005. Thereafter he was re-elected for a second term on January 26th, 2010. He took […]

Australia took a two-one series lead in the ODIs against South Africa after they wrapped up a 73-run win in the third match at the Manuka Oval in Canberra on Wednesday. The Aussies batted first and posted a formidable 329 for five, thanks to a century from Aaron Finch and […]

The President, the people’s leader who bequeathed real freedom to the nation uprooting terrorism, completes nine years in office. No one would have ever thought that Mahinda Rajapaksa who entered politics by winning the Beliatta electorate in the General Election held on 27th May 1970 and becoming the youngest Member […]

A series of Pinkamas has been held at the President’s House marking the President’s birthday and the ninth anniversary of Assumption of office. All night Pirith Chanting was held at the President’s House yesterday to mark President Rajapaksa’s birthday and the completion of nine years as the President of the […]

President Rajapaksa also joined in religious observances at the Bellanwila Raja Maha Vihare and Sambodhi Maha Vihare marking his birthday and assumption of office anniversary. The annual Ashirvadha Bodhi Pooja Pinkama organized to mark the President’s birthday and the Assumption of office anniversary was organized under the patronage of the […]

The President has emphatically mentioned that no one would be permitted to reverse the country whatever influences were made. President Rajapaksa laid this emphasis joining in vesting in the public the alternative highways that have been built to minimize congestion prevalent along the 120 bus route. Accordingly the public will […]

Sri Lanka has ranked ninth place at the 2014 World Giving Index compiled by the Charities Aid Foundation. The Charities Aid Foundation considered charitable behaviours of countries including the tendency of helping strangers, donating money and volunteering. The United Kingdom based Foundation’s Giving Index had covered 135 countries based on […]

Secretary to the Ministry of Defence and Urban Development Gotabhaya Rajapaksa inspects the construction of Sandahiruseya. The Defence Secretary inspected the manner in which the construction work on the Sandahiru Seya in Anuradhpura is progressing. He gave instructions to the officials in charge of the construction on how the future […]

Large crowds are joining in viewing the Omniscient Sacred Relics that are to be deposited in the dome of Sandahiruseya. Our correspondents reported that devotees in large numbers joined today in viewing the Sacred Relics that are to be placed in the dome of Sandahiruseya which is being built, symbolizing […]

The multi-purpose Deduru Oya Reservoir Project which is due to be commissioned in November this year will mark an important milestone in the life of the agricultural communities of the North Western Province The Scheme will enable to cultivate around 33 thousand acres of paddy land during both the Yala […]

475 employees of Local Government Authorities within the North Central Province receive permanent appointments. These appointments were handed over based on a proposal made in the 2015 National Budget to grant permanency to employees serving on a casual, substitute, temporary and contract basis for more than 180 days. The handing […]

The 24th Carlton Suwa Udana Health Nutrition programme has been launched at the Welikanda Maha Vidyalaya in Polonnaruwa under the patronage of the First Lady. The Carlton Suwa Udana programme which passes on many benefits to low income civilians living in various parts of the country is being launched throughout […]

A programme to reconstruct tanks and canals within the Matara District has been launched parallel to the 2015 Deyeta Kirula National Development Project. The reconstruction of the Makavita tank and canal of Matara under this programme was launched under the patronage of Deputy Minister Sanath Jayasuriya. Its total expenditure will […]

Karunadasa Suriyarachchi most popular as Kasuri among the young and the old bids adieu. Karunadasa Suriyarachchi who was receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit of the Colombo National Hospital after facing a sudden accident, passed away at the age of 67. He began his career as a journalist in […]

The tiny, wealthy Persian Gulf nation Qatar was awarded another major global sporting event Tuesday as track and field’s world governing body shrugged off recent controversy and chose Doha as the host city of the 2019 world championships. Doha, Qatar’s capital, was selected ahead of Barcelona, Spain, and Eugene, Ore. […]

It has been nine years since a historic mandate of the people paved the way through a people’s mandate nine years ago to a better future for the motherland. Today is the birthday of the people’s leader who built a dignified motherland that can stand with pride in the world. […]

The merit of bequeathing freedom to the people by ending terrorism is quite enough for the President than all other things. This has been emphasized by the members of the Maha Sangha. The members of the Maha Sangha laid this emphasis at athe Kiri Amma Dana, a Pinkama organized at […]

The President has vested the Randiya Uyana Housing Scheme at Henemulla in Mattakkuliya in the public. The Complex with 1,137 housing units was declared open by President Rajapaksa today marking his birthday. Each housing unit has a floor area of 450 square feet. Each unit has two bedrooms, living area, […]

President Rajapaksa has pointed out that that the children should be released from the slum mentality. Noting that the Government is geared to bestowing a bright future on all children, he said that it is the obligation of everyone to extend support in this respect. The President was speaking at […]

The Central Bank has assured that the Employees Provident Fund is secure and its members will benefit and does not lose due to investment of funds. Deputy Central Bank Governor P. Nandalal Weerasinghe called on EPF members not to be duped by false propaganda. Mr. Nandalal Weerasinghe said that a […]

Construction work on Lotus Tower, the highest Tower in South Asia, will be completed in the middle of next year. Its expenditure will exceed 104 million US Dollars. Construction work on the Lotus Tower, the world’s 19th tallest building has been expedited. Its construction work commenced in 2012. A brainchild […]

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Small Oshin for 'Kandak Sema' film



Work on the film 'Kandak Sema' which has been created in association with the award-winning novel of Sumithra Rahubaddha titled 'Kandak Sema' has now begun. The speciality of this is that Kobayashi Ayako who portrayed the role of the illustrated story

series of Oshin the latter of whom was subjected to acclaim the world over is being portrayed in this instance as a deputy character here.



Nupa's role which is the main charactor is played by Nirosha Perera. Cyril Wickramage, Chandani Seneviratna, Kaushalya Fernando, Bimal Jayakody, Priyankara Ratnayaka, Veena Jayakody and Wasantha Kotuwella play the other roles. The music direction is by Suresh Maliyedda and cameramanship is by Ruwan Costa. The script is by Sumithra Rahubaddha while the co-direction is by Thao Nashimoto and the direction is by Ashoka Athauda Hettige.



Photos of the Muhurath Ulela, from BELOW

Wedding bells to ring for Anarkali Akarsha



Well-known actress Anarkali Akarsha who kept on saying that she has no thoughts about marriage and that she does not believe that she would find a partner is to enter into wedlock in a few days' time, it is understood.



Anarkali who had contributed herself in creating numerous sensational news in the Field of Arts as well as in the political field is to marry a Sri Lankan person who is presently living in America and it is learned that she is very likely to choose that country as her residence after marriage.



She has still not revealed as to who he is while it is understood that she had told her friends that she would be away on a private tour and had gone to America for the purpose of making arrangements for this wedding.



Preparations are underway to celebrate her wedding on a grand note in America and it is said that she has got down distinguished beauticians in Sri Lanka and also those supplying bridal clothes as well as some photographers to America for this purpose.



It was also reported that subsequent to her wedding next week, she is also expected to come to Sri Lanka with her new husband.

The first copy of the book “Adishtana” dealing with the task discharged by the Sri Lanka Navy during the humanitarian operation to rout the world world’s deadliest terrorism, has been presented to the President. The book “Adishtana” has been authored by Admiral Wasantha Karannagoda, who served as the Commander of […]

The Central Bank has issued a new series of 25 coins of the 10 rupee denomination portraying the 25 administrative Districts of the island. The first set of the series of coins has been presented to the President. The coins are issued in order to recognize and portray unique characteristics […]

Leave of all employees serving in the Elections Department has been cancelled until further notice. Deputy Elections Commissioner M.M. Mohamed said that Elections Chief Mahinda Deshapriya has cancelled the leave of the employees of the Elections Department in preparation for a national election scheduled to be held in the future. […]

The two brothers Prasanna Ranatunge and Ruwan Ranatunge have emphasized that their support is to the President whoever contested as the common candidate. They also underscored that they would not betray the policies of the party. They were addressing the Sri Lanka Freedom Party Central Organization meeting at the Party’s […]

A pleasant house will be endowed to families who lived in slums with low facilities in Colombo experienced enormous hardships. They will be given houses in another massive Housing Scheme “Randiya Uyana” built in Mattakkuliya. Its inauguration will take place tomorrow. President Rajapaksa’s Mahinda Chinthana Future Vision is now becoming […]

The Colombo District Court has issued an enjoining order preventing the expulsion from the United National Party the Gampola Mayor, who expressed support to the President. Gampola Mayor Gamini Sarath Hettiarachchi met President Rajapaksa last Saturday and pledged his support to the Government’s development programme. The Court issued the enjoining […]

The President has paid final respects to senior journalist Karunadasa Suriyarachchi. Popularly known among the people as Kasuri, Karunadasa Suriyarachchi passed away at the Colombo National Hospital yesterday. President Rajapaksa who visited the Colombo Florists this morning paid his last respects to Mr. Suriyarachchi. He expressed his condolences to the […]

Switzerland authorities have said that the ‘Black Money’ investigation which was launched in 2011 on a group of people who allegedly aided the LTTE, is still alive. Switzerland mooted an investigation in the year 2011 against a group of suspects accused of aiding the LTTE outfit. The Switzerland Attorney General […]

The Coconut Development and Janatha Estate Development Ministry launched a programme to newly plant 32 million coconut seedlings under the 2011/2016 Strategy Plan. Addressing a media conference in Colombo today, Minister Jagath Pushpakumara said that the target could be achieved in 2016 as 25 million coconut seedlings had already been […]

The distribution of school gear among pre-schools of the Galle District took place under the auspices of the First Lady. The distribution of school gear among the pre-schools of the Galle District took place at the auditorium of the Siridhamma Vidyalaya at Labuduwa in Galle with the participation of First […]

An exhibition of Japanese dolls begins in Galle. The Exhibition is jointly organized by the Japanese Embassy and the Galle Municipal Council. The opening of the Exhibition at the Galle Municipal Council Hall commenced under the patronage of Japan’s Ambassador to Sri Lanka Nobuhito Hobo. On display are dolls of […]

Virat Kohli hit an unbeaten 139 to guide India to a nervy three-wicket win over Sri Lanka to seal a 5-0 series whitewash. The tourists looked good to end the tour on a winning note after Angelo Mathews hit his maiden ODI century as Sri Lanka posted 286-8 off their […]

A mouthwatering finale to the season ended before it even began when Roger Federer was forced to pull out prior to the ATP World Tour Final showdown with Novak Djokovic. Federer, who was bidding for a seventh title at the year-ender, apologised but said he was not “match-fit” after developing […]

Movie-goers in the US are experiencing a new type of theatre experience, using all five senses. The immersive film technology is called 4DX and has people shaking in their seats. If you love film and like being part of the action, 4DX is the latest technology transforming the cinema experience. […]

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Roger Federer handed his fellow Swiss Stan Wawrinka a tough three-set loss in the semifinals of the World Tour Finals on Saturday. But it turns out the nearly three-hour epic also took something out of the 33-year-old. Federer pulled out of the final against Novak Djokovic on Sunday, marking just […]

The “Mahabhimani – 2014” National Construction Awards Ceremony has been held under the patronage of the President. “Mahabhimani – 2014” the National Construction Awards Ceremony which was held for the 2nd time, took place under the patronage of President Mahinda Rajapaksa at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium in Colombo. The awards […]

The Appropriation Bills of “Local Government and Provincial Councils” and “Health and Indigenous” Ministries have been passed in Parliament. Participating in the debate Minister A.L.M. Athaulla said that the Government has increased the allowance of Local Government representatives to provide a better service to the public. Minister A.L.M. Athaulla said […]

The Sri Lanka Freedom Party has established Election Operation Offices Island wide in connection with the forthcoming Presidential Election. SLFP Presidential Election Operation office of Anamaduwa electoral division, was opened under the patronage of Minister Priyankara Jayaratne. Wayamba Provincial Councilor Chinthaka Mayadunne and a large group of party activists were […]

The Interpol has decided to hold the World Conference of the countries which use automated finger print method. Sri Lanka has been included in the Executive Committee of the conference. Police Media Spokesman SSP Ajith Rohana expressed his views about the selection during a media briefing at the Police Headquarters. […]

300 million rupees have been allocated to build new houses for the families displaced by the landslides at the Meeriyabedda Estate. The Housing Construction project has been implemented with the financial assistance of the Asian Development Bank. A special discussion on re-settling the displaced people, took place at the Badulla […]

The Government has given motorcycles to Local Government representatives with the aim of accelerating the development projects. Under the Mahinda Chinthana Forward Vision Policy, a development project is being implemented in each village. Local public representatives are entrusted with looking into the quality of the projects and the duration taken […]

A large number of casual employees have been benefitted by the budget proposals presented by the President. President Mahinda Rajapaksa proposed in the budget to make permanent all employees who have completed 180 days of service. Accordingly 53 employees of the Ambewela Milk Factory under the Ministry of Livestock Development […]

Thousands of devotees have arrived to worship the sacred relics which will be deposited inside the Sandahiru Seya. The devotees were given the opportunity to pay homage to the sacred relics after they were brought in a procession from the Sri Maha Bodhi to the Sandahiru Seya. A large number […]

The President who went to launch the constructions of the Northern and Kandy Expressways, has paid his homage to the Sacred Tooth Relic at Sri Dalada Maligawa. President Mahinda Rajapaksa who went to Kandy Sri Dalada Maligawa worshiped the Sacred Tooth Relic and engaged in religious observances. Thereafter the President […]

The President has vested in the people several development projects implemented under the Kandy city development plan. Kandy is a city which has drawn the attention of pilgrims and tourists. It has been named as a world heritage city. The city development process was implemented on the directions and guidance […]

The President has pointed out that the pensioners have been given the opportunity to live comfortably in their retirement by removing pension anomalies forever. President Mahinda Rajapaksa said that salary anomalies which have affected pensioners for a long time, were completely removed by this year’s budget. The President mentioned this […]

Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to the UN in Geneva Ravinatha Ariyasinghe has said that Sri Lanka stands ready to share its experience in comprehensive demining as a best practice with countries which are facing similar challenges. Ambassador Ravinatha Ariyasinghe made these observations when he addressed the 16th Annual conference of high […]

The conference of Heads of Defence of the South and Southeast Asian Countries will commence on the 27th of this month in Colombo. The conference will study in detail on identifying challenges and the ways to meet those challenges which are threats to the security of South and Southeast Asian […]

The Speaker has pointed out that if the power of media is used to the betterment of the society, it can even change the destiny of a country. The Speaker said that media can set a fire to a country or extinguish a fire in a country. He said that […]

The new cut-off marks of the Year Five Scholarship Examination which will increase the number of students who will pass the examination, as proposed by the budget, will be announced on Monday. Minister Bandula Gunawardena said in Parliament yesterday that the Examinations Commissioner is scheduled to announce the new cutoff […]

Low income families will continue to be granted with Housing loans under “Diriya” – The Urban Housing Development Programme. 200 low income families of the Colombo District were granted housing loans under the patronage of Minister Wimal Weerawansa. 40 million rupees has been spent to provide the loans. The programme […]

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Work on the Expressway which links the North and the Hill Country with Colombo and the massive development project in Sri Lanka’s history kicks off. The inauguration of the work took place under the patronage of the President. The launch of construction work on the Expressway from Colombo to Kandy […]

President Rajapaksa underscored at Polgolla in Kandy that it is the present Government that took action to rebuild the Cooperatives that was destroyed and pass on its dividends to the people. The President laid this emphasis at the opening of the Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre and the multipurpose building constructed at […]

A special Bodhi Pooja is now in progress at the Sri Mahabodhi following the arrival of the Omniscient Sacred Relics to be placed in the dome of Sandahiru Seya which is under construction in Anuradhapura. A special Kapruka Pooja to invoke blessings was held following the arrival of the sacred […]

Minister Mahinda Samarasinghe has said that it is the responsibility of everyone to work together with the President who took the initiative of bringing the tea estate sector to a sustainable position. He said that the people have already arrayed themselves in this respect. The Minister made these references during […]

50,000 metric tons of rice is to be imported from Bangladesh to ensure food security. Cabinet approval has been granted to purchase the stock of rice on a Government to Government basis. The Government has taken this initiative considering the demand that will arise during the forthcoming festive season. It […]

Two suspects have been apprehended at the Mattala Airport for attempting to smuggle gold into the country. Two Sri Lankan men were arrested at the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport this morning for attempting to smuggle 29 pieces of gold into the country. The gold is said to be worth about […]

The rail track from Anuradhapura to Omanthai is to be reconstructed under an Indian Line of Credit. The Government has taken the requisite measures to speed up travel by train after the construction of the Northern rail track as well as the Talaimannar rail track. Accordingly plans are afoot to […]

Elections Operations Offices are being established countrywide to ensure the victory of the President at the forthcoming Presidential election. The opening of the United People’s Freedom Alliance Elections Operations Office at Dehiattakandiya within the Mahaweli C Zone in the Ampara District took place under the auspices of Parliamentarian and Attorney […]

A Little Friends programme gets underway under the patronage of the First Lady. The launch of the Little Friends Section to impart basic training on scout’s activities to Little Friends of the Sri Lanka Scouts Association was held under the patronage of First Lady Shiranthi Wickremasinghe Rajapaksa at St. Thomas’ […]

Another monument portraying the historic importance of the Kotte era has surfaced from the Ananda Shastrala premises. A series of steps with an ancient moonstone of the Kotte era has been detected during the excavations carried out by the Department of Archaeology at the Ananda Shastrala premises in Kotte. It […]

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Pakistan beat New Zealand by 248 runs in Abu Dhabi to take the first Test of their three-match series. Resuming on 174-8, the Kiwis lost their last two wickets on the final morning to be bowled out for 231. Leg-spinner Yasir Shah bowled Mark Craig (28) in the second over […]

Indian opener Rohit Sharma shattered the world record for the highest ODI score with a blistering 264 in the fourth match against Sri Lanka, while also becoming the only batsman in ODIs to score two double-centuries. Sharma’s effort, off 173 deliveries, eclipsed the record set by teammate Virender Sehwag when […]

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Boeing has successfully joined two of its 702SP satellites in a stacked configuration in preparation for a launch scheduled for early 2015. Aside from being the first involving conjoined satellites, the launch will also put the first satellites to enter service boasting an all-electric propulsion system into orbit. Designed by […]

The Omniscient Sacred Relics to be placed in the dome of Sandahiru Seya which is under construction in Anuradhapura are being taken in a motorcade amidst the veneration of thousands of devotees. The motorcade is scheduled to reach Anuradhapura tonight. The Sandahiru Seya is being built under the guidance of […]

Sri Lankan and Mauritanian leaders meet, further solidifying state ties. An agreement has also been inked. The meeting between President Rajapaksa and his Mauritanian counterpart Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz took place at the Presidential Secretariat. The Mauritanian President was accorded a very warm welcome. Abdel Aziz is also holding the […]

Construction work on the Northern Expressway Project will get underway tomorrow. The Government has already drawn up plans to expedite the work. The Northern Expressway Project is one of the main development Schemes that was identified under the 2007 – 2018 National Highways Plan. The main purpose of this Expressway […]

Minister Maithripala Sirisena has pointed out that the President who had endowed many victories to the country, has granted a raft of relief to the people in the budget. The Minister was speaking at a news conference held at the Sri Lanka Freedom Party Head office today. The Minister said […]

Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka has said that that the Jathika Hela Urumaya has not taken any initiative to join the common opposition. He made this reference at a news conference summoned by the Jathika Hela Urumaya. The Minister said that the Jathika Hela Uurumaya has so far not taken any […]

Minister Vasudeva Nanayakkara has emphatically mentioned that the people have already decided that Mahinda Rajapaksa should continue to be the leader of the country. There is no other person who can vie with him and a common candidate who can equal him cannot be found. Addressing the United People’s Freedom […]

It is exactly a month since the Yal Devi resumed operations to Jaffna consolidating links between the North and the South. A record revenue has also been earned. A night mail will also operate to Jaffna from tomorrow. The ruthless tiger terrorists devastated the Northern rail track. However, with the […]

The budgets of the Uva and Southern Provincial Councils have been adopted with a majority of votes. The 2015 budget of the Uva Provincial Council was passed with a majority of votes. The vote was taken up after the conduct of the debate on the 2015 budget and following the […]

Measures are in place for the introduction of a Vessel Monitoring System to local fisheries trawlers. The Ministry of Fisheries has taken the initiative of introducing the Vessel Monitoring System for Sri Lankan trawlers based on the recommendations of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission, an international organization and the European […]

Young men and women of the country are rallying round the Blue Brigade which empowers the Sri Lanka Freedom Party. A Youth Convention of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party Blue Brigade was held in Kuliyapitiya. More than 3,000 young men and women of the Kuliyapitiya electorate joined in the Blue […]

The First Lady declares open a Children’s Park built in Yakkala targeting the mental and physical fitness of children. Children’s Parks are being launched countrywide through Local Government Bodies targeting the mental and physical fitness of the children. The opening of the Children’s Park built at the Siyane Uyana Housing […]

Janaka Mallimarachchi has been appointed as an Advisor to the Ministry of Mass Media and Information. Minister Keheliya Rambukwella handed over the letter of Appointment of Advisor to the Ministry of Mass Media and Information to Janaka Mallimarachchi, a teledrama director and an author. He is a past pupil of […]

Novak Djokovic produced another scintillating performance to beat Stan Wawrinka at the ATP World Tour Finals. The world number one recovered from losing the first two games to win 12 of the next 13 in a 6-3 6-0 win. He has not lost at the O2 Arena since 2011 and […]

Viewers will be able to hear the communications between the TV umpire and the on-field officials in the upcoming one-day series between Australia and South Africa, and possibly during some matches at next year’s World Cup. The ICC has announced the broadcasting trial for the five-match ODI series, starting on […]

The Omniscient Sacred Relics to be placed at the Sandahiru Seya which is under construction in Anuradhapura are being taken in a motorcade amidst the veneration of thousands of devotees. The Sandahiru Stupa is being built to commemorate the freedom gained by the motherland since defeating terrorism. The Sandahiru Seya […]

President Rajapaksa has said that the Government had discharged a significant task on behalf of the artistes. He told that these activities will be further widened. The President pointed out that there is a saying that there are two governments in a country where there are artistes. One is the […]

Chief Sanghanayake of the United States the Ven. Dr. Walpola Piyananda Thera has said that even though some say that the Executive Presidency should be abolished to build a clean society, there is a conspiracy behind this move to divide the country. The prelate said that the he came to […]

Minister Susil Premajayantha has revealed that the President will launch a Policy Manifesto on behalf of the future Presidential election. He mentioned that a new manifesto was being planned to be launched, as a slew of pledges enunciated in the Mahinda Chinthana and the Mahinda Chinthana Future Vision have been […]

The Government has already drawn up plans to accelerate the work on the Northern Expressway Project. The Northern Expressway Project is one of the main development Schemes that was identified under the 2007 – 2018 National Highways Plan. The main purpose of this Expressway Project is to minimize traffic congestion […]

Parliamentarian and Attorney Namal Rajapaksa has said that political stability is of great significance in Sri Lanka’s journey to becoming the Wonder of Asia. As such he pointed out the obligation vested in the youth in creating this stability. Mr. Rajapaksa said that the President placed full trust in the […]

Two ships carrying Cruise Training Task Group of the Republic of Korea reach the Colombo Harbour. Sri Lanka Navy today, in accordance with naval traditions, ceremonially welcomed two Korean naval ships arrived at the Port of Colombo on a three-day goodwill visit. The 2014 Republic of Korea or ROK Cruise […]

European scientists have begun to screen people at risk of crippling rheumatoid arthritis in a study which aims stop the disease before it destroys lives. According to the World Health Organisation, it’s a disease which disables millions of people worldwide half of those afflicted are left unable to work costing […]

In the past, Taylor Swift has been labeled by many in the media as “boy crazy.” The pop star’s alleged relationships and breakups are heavily documented and there’s always much speculation over which ex-boyfriend her songs are about. Now, in a new music video, Swift has hit back with a […]

Roger Federer produced another masterly display to beat Japan’s Kei Nishikori and move a step closer to the semi finals at the ATP World Tour Finals. The six-time former champion was at his imperious best to subdue the 24-year-old US Open runner-up and will reach the last-four should Canada’s Milos […]

The Supreme Court has determined that the President can contest for a Third term. This determination has been intimated to the President. The Supreme Court made this clarification in response to the opinion sought by President Rajapaksa whether there is any legal obstacle to contesting the forthcoming Presidential election. Following […]

President Rajapaksa has declared that the country would have had to go down on its knees before others if the present Government did not take the initiative of reviving the agricultural sector. He said that everyone should be dedicated to protect the country that was so won. The President pointed […]

Many stalwarts of the Democratic Party have assured full support to the President at the forthcoming Presidential election. Three Councillors of the Democratic Party representing the Western, Southern and Northwestern Provinces and more than 100 electoral organizers of the Party including the General Secretary of the Democratic Bikkhu organization joined […]

Tamil civilians who have migrated from the Hill country to the North have pledged their unstinted support to the President saying that he is the only leader who treats all communities alike. A group of activists representing the Tamils who have migrated from the hill country and are residing in […]

The present Government has increased to a large extend the number of recruitments to the health sector. The Government’s anticipation is to increase up to 160 per hundred thousand the number of nurses which stands at 130 thousand of the population. These references were made by President Rajapaksa today. He […]

Construction work on the Northern Expressway is officially scheduled to begin on the 14th and 15th of this month. Project Minister Nirmala Kotalawala said that the construction work on the Northern Expressway is slated to get underway on the 14th and 15th of this month, embarking on another phase of […]

The Omniscient Sacred Relics that are to be deposited in the dome of the Sandahiru Stupa, being constructed in Anuradhapura to commemorate the freedom gained by the motherland as a result of defeating terrorism, are being brought to Temple Trees in a special motorcade. The Sandahiru Seya is being built […]

Sri Lanka holds the First International Ornamental Fish Trade Conference. It opened in Colombo yesterday. More than 300 local and foreign delegates are taking part in the conference which drew to a close today. The opening of the Conference took place under the patronage of Minister Rajitha Senaratne. Minister Risath […]

President Rajapaksa has emphasized that the Government is dedicated to develop the agricultural industry which is our heritage. He assured that the Agricultural Policy will not at all be altered. The President was speaking at a gathering of officials and representatives of Agrarian Organizations. It was held at Temple Trees. […]

The presentation of 2014 National Awards for Agriculture Research Excellence took place under the patronage of the President. The presentation of awards to scientists who made a vital contribution to uplift agricultural research and those who excelled in national agricultural research was held in Colombo today under the auspices of […]

President Rajapaksa has said that the benefits of the economic achievements for several years have been passed on to the people from this budget. The President was addressing employees of the Postal Department at a function held at Temple Trees. The President opined that the country is strong today. It […]

The pro-people’s Leftist Forces are ready to extend their full support to the President at the Presidential elections while the judiciary confirms that the President can contest. Several leftist political parties representing the working class and various social groups had already met at the Party Executive Committee level and reached […]

The Up Country People’s Front has also given full assurance to the President of their enormous support at the forthcoming Presidential Election. Leader of the Up Country People’s Front Shanthidevi Chandrasekaran, Deputy Minister V. Radhakrishnan and members of the Up Country’s People’s Front Politburo met President Rajapaksa at Temple Trees. […]

The interim allowance announced by the President in the budget will be paid from today until the pensions are formally increased. Director General of Pensions Sunil Hettiarachchi said that an additional allocation of 1.4 Billion Rupees has been made for this purpose. The 2500 rupee allowance proposed in the budget […]

5000 student nurses will be recruited to the Nursing service. This is the first time that such a number is being recruited at once. Health Services Director General Dr. Palitha Mahipala announced that that the handing over of letters of appointment will take place tomorrow at a special ceremony which […]

South Korea has agreed to get involved in the construction of Housing Schemes in Sri Lanka. The Lands and Housing Corporation of South Korea has expressed agreement to join in the construction of houses in Sri Lanka. This agreement was reached during discussions Minister Wimal Weerawansa who is on an […]

Elections Operations Offices are being established countrywide to ensure the victory of the President at the forthcoming Presidential election. The Sri Lanka Freedom Party Operations Office of Matale was opened at the Matale Viduhal area under the auspices of Minister Janaka Bandara Tennekoon. Deputy Ministers Rohana Dissanayake and Lakshman Wasantha […]

15,000 illegal residents within the Tissamaharama electorate received land entitlements under the “Ranbimaka Urumaya” programme. The land entitlements for these families that have been living as illegal residents for several years received land entitlements under the auspices of Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa. This programme was jointly organized by the Tissamaharama Divisional […]

Sri Lanka leads in ranking, in the world Prosperity Index in the South Asian Region. This year’s Prosperity Index prepared by Legatum Institute ranked Sri Lanka 62nd. Nepal was ranked 96th, India 102nd, Bangladesh 104th, Pakistan 127th and Afghanistan 137th. It measures the well-being of a country’s people and its […]

More than 1.5 million devotees venerated the Sri Sambuddharaja Kapilawasthu Sacred Relics. The exposition of the Sacred Relics was organized by Independent Television Network to mark the 18th Anniversary of Lakhanda Radio. The Kapilawasthu Sacred Relics were brought from the Sri Subuthi Vihare in Waskaduwa on the 07th of this […]

Swansea scored twice in less than three minutes to rally to a 2-1 victory over Arsenal in the Premier League, with substitute Bafetimbi Gomis grabbing the winner with one of his first touches. A listless game played in driving rain in south Wales was illuminated by Alexis Sanchez’s close-range finish, […]

Hollywood star Matt Damon has confirmed that he would be appearing in next film in the Bourne franchise. Matt Damon said the currently untitled Bourne movie will be released in 2016 and that Paul Greengrass would be returning to direct. Paul has previously directed Matt in two of the films […]

The European Space Agency’s high-flying Rosetta mission is attempting to land on a comet. They’ve already made several space exploration firsts, but experts say they’ll need “a bit of luck” to pull off this latest feat. Over 450 million kilometres away from Earth, ESA’s Rosetta spacecraft is preparing for the […]

Due to public requests, search operations in Koslanda are being suspended from today, Security Forces Commander Maj.Gen. Mano Perera said. Since the bodies recovered from the area are deteriorated, the public sad that further digging in to and looking for bodies is pointless.

The President has said that development programmes have been implemented according to proper plans and by identifying the needs of the people. President Mahinda Rajapaksa mentioned this during a meeting held in Colombo with the officials of the Sri Lanka Policy Planning Association. The President was presented with a memento […]

The President says that avenues will be opened for immigrant workers, who are the highest foreign exchange earners to the country, to get an income with dignity. The National Conference of the immigrant workers took place at the Temple Trees under the patronage of President Mahinda Rajapaksa. It had been […]

The Judicial Medical Officers point out that the country experienced a huge political, cultural and social change with the eradication of terrorism under the brave leadership of the President. They say that there is a significant reduction in crimes as well. A ceremony was held in Colombo in connection with […]

Senior Lawyer Anoma Gunatilaka has charged that a minority group of heads, of the Bar Association are attempting to spread falsehood amongst the public using the President’s seeking of opinion of the Supreme Court. Mrs. Anoma Gunatilake pointed out that it is a disgrace for the Lawyers profession, not to […]

The Annual Prize Givings of Girls High School – Mount Lavina and Muslim Ladies College – Bambalapitiya have been held under the patronage of the First Lady. The Annual Prize Giving of Girls High School – Mount Lavinia, was held under the patronage of First Lady Shiranthi Wickremasinghe Rajapaksa. The […]

Secretary to the Ministry of Highways, Ports & Shipping – Ranjith Premasiri says that all measures are in place to begin the constructions of the Northern Expressway next Friday. Mr. Ranjith Premasiri said that the work on the Northern Expressway is scheduled to begin next Friday under the patronage of […]

A special scheme has been introduced to provide national identity cards for the students sitting the GCE O/Level examination in December, who have been affected by landslides and floods. Commissioner General of Registration of Persons R.M.S. Sarath Kumara has requested to send the details to his department through the Principals […]