Daily NEWS Srilanka

If you have anymore humorous creations to be published in the Facebook of Salman Kahn's Sri Lankan tour, send them to us: editor@gossiplankanews.com

Muthuhettigama caught by police .... in Katunayaka!

Nishantha Muthuhettigama who was holding the portfolio of Deputy Minister violated the law point blank and was arrested by police when returning from Singapore to Sri Lanka. He was so taken into custody at Katunayaka Airport around 11.30 this morning.

He is expected to be produced before Negombo Courts. When he had been issued a warrant by Baddegama Courts in relation to Wanduramba stage being set on fire, he had rescued his accomplices by force and had then fled to Singapore last 26th in their company!



Later, having comported himself without any responsibility as such, he had engaged in a sort of drama saying that he went abroad to take a rest.



The flight UL 302 in which Deputy Minister Mr. Muthuhettigama reached here was 11.20 this morning when 2 police jeeps with a team of about 25 police officers were stationed near the VIP terminal. The Deputy Minister who has been issued a warrant was thus taken into custody today at Katunayaka Airport. After the arrest-procedure at Katunayaka Airport he was handed over to the CID. He was expected to be produced before Negombo Courts.



Video clips of Muthuhettigama where he got the benefit of salutes of police officers when moving around in absolute freedom near the police even after the suspects were nabbed initially had been flashed across the media.



Later, when he tried to flee after being issued warrants, about 2 hours before that, though the Media Spokesman as well as the Emergency Unit of the Police 119 were notified thrice, he had made his get away freely; but today the police had arrested him with 25 officers.



Because of this incident, the OIC of Wanduramba Police has had to relinquish his duties.

The President has emphasized that no one can marginalize the Muslim community from them. He said that some groups which made such endeavours did not bear fruit. President Rajapaksa was speaking at a function held at the Nelum Pokuna Theatre in Colombo to award prizes for winners of the Asan […]

President Rajapaksa has underscored that this is the era in which everyone should unite to safeguard the freedom won and the unity of the motherland. He laid this emphasis at public meetings in Mirigama and Negombo. The President first attended the public meeting organized in the Mirigama area. It was […]

President Rajapaksa has pointed out that the opportunity granted for those engaged in all sectors in freedom cannot be halted through mudslinging campaigns. The President was addressing a public rally in Dehiowita. This public meeting to ensure a resounding victory for the President at the forthcoming election was held in […]

“I made every attempt to devolve power when I was serving as the President. A new Constitution was also brought forward in this respect. But it came a cropper as there was no support from political parties.” These references were made by former President Chandrika Kumaratunge at a public meeting […]

The British Financial Times has revealed of a backing by Western countries such as the United States, Britain and their allies to defeat President Rajapaksa and bring the Opposition candidate to power. The Magazine claimed that it is the attempt of the United States and pro-American groups to unseat Mahinda […]

The voter strength of the Opposition including the United National Party is debilitating daily. More Party members have now begun to switch allegiance to President Rajapaksa joining the Freedom Alliance. About fifteen Local Government members and regional organizers of many political parties including the United National Party have joined the […]

Flood waters in the Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa Districts are receding. Spill gates of tanks have also been shut down. With the weather improving, flood waters in the Polonnaruwa District have receded. All sluice gates of the Parakrama Samudra, Giritale, Minneriya and Kawuduluwewa have been shut down. Even the waters within […]

“The Gambler” is an American crime drama film directed by Rupert Wyatt. The screenplay by William Monahan is based on the 1974 film of the same name written by James Toback. The remake, starring Mark Wahlberg as the titular gambler, premiered on 10th of November at the AFI Fest. The […]

Australia added Ashton Agar to their squad for next week’s fourth Test against India, raising the prospect of the home side playing two spinners in Sydney. Agar, who scored a memorable 98 in his Test debut against England, will give national selectors another spin option at the Sydney Cricket Ground […]

Gareth Bale will never leave Real Madrid, according to the La Liga club’s president Florentino Perez. Welshman Bale joined Real from Tottenham for £85.3m in 2013 and has been linked with a move back to the Premier League with Manchester United. Forward Bale scored in both the Champions League and […]

President Rajapaksa has emphasized that the changes that had to be made within the country have already been effected. As such during a discussion with Sri Lankans domiciled in Europe, the President queried as to what change the Opposition was aspiring for. The discussion between President Rajapaksa and the Sri […]

The President has called on the people in Peliyagoda, Wattala and Jaela to join hands with the United People’s Freedom Alliance for a change to win the country. At a public meeting held near the Peliyagoda roundabout, a large gathering of residents accorded President Rajapaksa a rousing welcome. The meeting […]

Popular Bollywood stars join in the Medical Clinic held at Campbell Park in Borella under the patronage of the President. This Medical Clinic, a social programme, jointly organized by the Tharunnayata Hetak Organization and the Thilanga Sumathipala Foundation was held at Campbell Park throughout today. The President joined in its […]

President Rajapaksa without participating in election poropaganda, has drawn his full attention to the relief granted to the victims struck by the disaster. Inspecting the relief work, the President instructed the authorities concerned to rebuild houses in secure areas to families who had lost them as a result of the […]

Independent Television Network embarks on a programme of granting relief to those who are severely incapacitated by the adverse weather conditions experienced in the country. ITN from the past took the lead on every occasion of becoming a strength to people who were hindered by natural calamities. It has now […]

No decision has been taken to postpone the election due to the adverse weather conditions. No candidate, their representatives or lawyers had complained or requested in this respect to the Elections Department. Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya has made these references issuing a special statement. It was suggested at a meeting […]

Continuous walks are being held to educate the people on handing in victory to the President at the forthcoming election. Leaflets are being continuously distributed. A walk was held in Moneragala for the victory of the President with the participation of a large gathering including many Parliamentarians. It was organized […]

Anunayake of the Malwatte Chapter has said that some are attempting to do what happened to Saddam Hussein and Muammar Gadaffi to the President who liberated the nation from the terrorists and endowed freedom to the country. The Malwatte Ananuyake said that he was confident that the people who appreciate […]

A large number of candidates participated in the examination held for the recruitment of teachers to streamline school education in the estate sector. The Examination was successfully conducted by the Department of Examinations at several centres yesterday. These teachers are to be recruited to fill around 3,000 vacancies. The aim […]

The Dematagoda Carol Service has been held under the patronage of the First Lady. The Carol Service organized by the Siriliya Saviya Carlton Suva Udana was held at Dematagoda. First Lady Shiranthi Wickremasinghe Rajapaksa graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The distribution of school gear and gifts among children […]

New Zealand wrapped up a win against Sri Lanka by eight wickets to cap their most successful year in Test cricket. Set a meagre 105-run target on the fourth day of the first Test in Christchurch, they took 30.4 overs to complete the victory with Ross Taylor not out 39 […]

Arsene Wenger believes Arsenal is gathering momentum at the right time after they enhanced their prospects of qualifying for the Champions League with a hard-fought 2-1 win at West Ham. First half goals from Santi Cazorla and Danny Welbeck at Upton Park were enough to help Arsenal leapfrog West Ham […]

“Maine Pyar Kiya” is 25 today and even if you haven’t seen the film – for some unearthly reason – you may have heard the songs. On December 29, 1989 – 24-year-old Salman Khan played the very first in a series of heroes named Prem. That was 25 years ago. […]

Short-distance runner Susanthika Jayasingha participated in the rally at which presidential candidate Mahinda Rajapaksha was present day before yesterday in Galle and made a speech.



On this occasion during the speech she gave a reply to the allegation made by the Opposition as having afforded access to drug-addicts and Ethanol-addicts, to the government.



"Some people make complaints to the President saying that Ethanol-addicts have come ... that drug-addicts have come .... bookie people have come. Who gave them the vote on district and provincial council level? (Shouts from the audience).



It's these very people who appointed them that jump from one party to another accusing the President who rules the country .... to the strength .... to the justice. What I have to say is.... pardon me .... our religious leaders .... if the Hon. President worked like this .... 'aachchita haalgarai".

How the two-storeyed house was flattened to the ground ....during the Kandy landslide (video)



As a result of he landslide which occured today in Digana area in Kandy a two-storeyed house located on a hilly slope became completely flattened with the foundation being violently shaken.



Before this incident happened the walls of the said house had cracks seen on them. The house which was on the verge of collapsing was observed by those around and they were able to catch the scene on video. This incident was reported in Gonawala area in Digana. Because there were signs of a landslide in the area from morning hours, the authorities had taken measures to evacuate householders from the said house and those in the neighbourhood.



How this house came down with the houseowner and his wife watching the tragedy with sorrow is seen from the video BELOW

As a result of the Tsunami tragedy that took place on December 26th in the year 2004 a crowd of over 30000 died in Sri Lanka. There were several ceremonies organised today to commemorate this day while the day (26) has been named as National Safety Day too.

A few memories of this emotional Tsunami videos, from BELOW

A letter from Anarkali in America .... to her fans



Anarkali Akarsha who entered into wedlock recently has sent a letter to the Sri Lankan media written in her own handwriting, for publication.



As mentioned therein she has stated that she has escaped from her dreamworld and has found true love.



She says that her husband Dilshan who says that her family has for a period of about 50 years maintained connections with her family would not be leaving America, she will be spending her future in America. She has said that she will not be forgetting her Sri Lankan fans.

That letter is as follows:

Sanath's son Ranuk takes to cricket



Sri Lankans wish to see Master Blaster Sanath Jayasuriya's son Ranuk

too some day becoming a hero in the world of cricket.



Photos published here show an occasion when Sanath's son too joined in a children's cricket competition organised by Sanath Jayasuriya

Foundation. Sanath too was present there to wish his son.

Gayesha's reply about imitating former Chandrika



Tele-actress Gayesha Perera who is excessively engaged in active politics these days is understood to be hovering around SLFP Headquarters during daytime.



When inquiring about her about this, what she says is that she is involved in making the Party supporters understand about the Arts and Politics and that she often meets the General Secretary of the SLFP.





Though she was prepared for the Provincial Council Elections but later did not get her nominations, what she now says is that not receiving her nominations became a valuable situation for her. She also says that because of it she gained even further popularity.



In the meantime, an inquiry was made by a weekend newpaper about imitating the attire of former Chandrika Cumaratunga. This is how she answered that question. "I haven't taken any example from her. I select my fashions and clothes the way I want. Just because I came into Politics I didn't change into osariya from the sari. Even today I think of clothes not as a political character .... as an artiste.



Actually why should I take an example from Mrs. Chandrika? For the things she does .... what happens is it keeps on making me reject her day after day".

Two million robbery from Homagama jewellery shop! (CCTV)



Robbers numbering four, wearing head-gear, covering their faces and armed with weapons invaded a jewellery shop outlet called Rashmi Gold House down Station Road, Homagama yesterday (21) and took away jewellery to the value of over Rs. 2 million.



The robbers have come in a motor vehicle and have been armed with two pistols, two T56 type weapons and a sword, it was understood.



They had parked the said motor vehicle in an adjoining road and had later entered the jewellery shop and frightened the employees there.



There had been one accomplice there within the vehicle at the time the robbery was taking place.



Nobody has still been arrested. The CCTV camera footage of the incident, from BELOW

The President says that he will commit himself for a better future of the people as the way he resolved the problems of estate people. The Badulla District public rally to ensure victory of President Mahinda Rajapaksa was held at Badulla Wheels Park Play Ground amidst a massive crowd. Sinahala, […]

The President has paid his full attention to look in to the needs of disaster affected people without participating at election propaganda rallies this morning. He has directed to rebuild houses in safe areas which are not prone to landslides. President Mahinda Rajapaksa toured Badulla District this morning to look […]

Defence and Urban Development Ministry Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa says that national security should be given priority when taking important decisions about the country. Defence Ministry Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa said that certain people have said that 75 percent of the war had been completed when the President assumed duties. He recalled […]

Foreign LTTE terrorists have conducted a rehearsal on burning the President after hanging him to death, following the opposition candidate’s appointment as the President. The LTTE diaspora in Malaysia has conducted this rehearsal during an LTTE rally. LTTE terrorists have rehearsed on taking President Mahinda Rajapaksa to international criminal court, […]

Staff of all Government hospitals are on standby around the clock to face any disaster situations. Minister Tissa Attanayake has instructed the officials to keep all staff of Government hospitals and Health Ministry Disaster Units ready around the clock to face any disaster situations due to floods and landslides. There […]

Members of the Sri Lanka Communist Party say it is humorous to note that the UNP which signed agreements with the LTTE, is talking about democracy. A public rally to ensure the victory of President Mahinda Rajapaksa had been organized by Sri Lanka Communist Party at Wattegedera in Maharagama. The […]

Leader of the Muslim Congress Rauff Hakeem has resigned from his portfolio, as the Government has rejected to meet his demands which are unfavorable to the nature of the country and good Governance. It is reported that demands of Mr. Hakeem would strongly damage the stability of the country and […]

The Government is continuing to provide relief for the people in the North Central Province affected by floods. Many houses were submerged as the Malwathu Oya reached its spillover levels due to torrential rains. The officials housed the displaced at two welfare centres. They are being continuously provided with cooked […]

University teachers point out that the higher education sector shows maximum progress during the present Government which is led by the President. They mentioned this during a press briefing in Polonnaruwa. Professor H.D. Karunaratne of the Colombo University said that there are untruths related to the education sector in the […]

A large number of UNP Members have joined the United People’s Freedom Alliance. A large number OF UNP Members of Minuwangete of Wariyapola Electoral Division have joined Sri Lanka Freedom Party. They obtained the party membership during a ceremony presided over by Senior Minister S.B. Nawinna. Urban Council Member of […]

A number of community projects of “Siriliya Saviya” have been implemented under the patronage of the First Lady in Vavuniya. Several community projects at Mada – Wauni Kulum area in Vavuniya have been implemented under the patronage of First Lady Shiranthi Wickramasinghe Rajapaksa. Wheel chairs and crutches were donated for […]

1.5 Millionth tourist has arrived in the island establishing a record in Sri Lanka’s tourism. Spanish couple Torrance Jame and Ceupika Headwick arrived the island this morning marking the arrival of 1.5 Million tourist in the Country. They arrived in the island on board a Sri Lankan flight UL 558. […]

Hiruni Udara of Matara Sujatha Vidyalaya became island first in the Biology stream and Pakyaraj Daru-kishan of Jaffna Hindu College in Mathematics, according to the results of this year’s Advanced Level Examination. Piyumi Dhananjana of Galle Southlands College has become island first in Commerce stream. Savindi Nethsara Pathirana of Vishaka […]

The Guardiance Mela Trade Exhibition and Carnival is taking place at Maligapitiya in Kurunegala. The Guardinace Mela Trade Exhibition and Carnival is held in a grand scale at Maligapitiya in Kurunegala. The exhibition which commenced under the patronage of Army Commander Lieutenant General Daya Ratnayake will be held until next […]

Dimuth Karunaratne thwarted a tiring New Zealand bowling attack to score his maiden test century and stymie the hosts’ push for a win inside three days in the first test as Sri Lanka reached 293 for five in their second innings at close of play. Karunaratne, who resumed the third […]

Off-spinner Saeed Ajmal has withdrawn from Pakistan’s World Cup squad as his bowling action is yet to be cleared by the International Cricket Council. Ajmal, Pakistan’s top wicket-taker for the past three years was suspended from bowling by the ICC in September. Banned Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez is to undergo […]

The biggest and best games of 2014, and first, “Destiny” – possibly the most lucrative new game franchise launch ever. The ground-breaking video game is brought to you by the studio behind the ground-breaking video game “Halo,” and earned half a billion dollars on its first day of release. Another […]

The President has presented Mahinda Chinthana Policy to win the world to Mahanayaka’s of Malwatta and Asgiriya Chapters. President Mahinda Rajapaksa went to the historic Dalada Maligawa in Kandy and engaged in religious observances. Thereafter he called over on Mahanayake of Malwatta Chapter Most Venerable Tibbotuwawe Sri Sumangala Thera. The […]

The President has questioned whether the country could be handed over to the people who would betray the country. The Matale District Presidential public rally was held with the participation of massive crowd in Matale Town. Despite the heavy rains the people who arrived in the town gave a rousing […]

The President who cancelled election propaganda rallies in Badulla tours the weather affected areas to look into the needs of the people affected by inclement weather. President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrived at Anuradhapura relief centres look in to the welfare measures taken for the weather affected people. The President who met […]

The Government is continuing to provide relief to the people affected by floods and other disasters with the full assistance of Security Forces. A large number of people in many areas of the country have been affected due to the heavy showers. The President has directed to provide relief for […]

A large number of UNP, JVP and TNA members have joined the People’s Alliance. The 1,200 strong UNP supporters of Polonnaruwa District have joined the United People’s Freedom Alliance. With the crossing over of the opposition leader of the North Central Province Kings Nelson, the voter base of the UNP […]

A UNP stalwart of Kandy District, Central Provincial Councilor Chithraa Manthilaka has joined the United Freedom Alliance. Mrs. Chithra Manthilaka who met President Mahinda Rajapaksa this morning in Kandy, joined the Alliance. Mrs. Manthilaka who was a UNP activist from 1977, was elected as a Provincial Councilor in 1993. She […]

Minister Ranjith Siyambalapitiya says that the policies of the opposition candidate will curtail free education and privatize the education sector. Minister Ranjith Siyambalapitiya said that the education is going to be commercialized by the opposition candidate. He further said that the education policy of the opposition candidate is similar to […]

The Movement for National Duty has taken steps to conduct a programme to brief the people urging to reveal contents of the secret agreement of the opposition with foreign elements. The movement commenced distributing leaflets this morning in front of Fort Railway Station. The movement hopes to obtain one million […]

The Editor of the Ravaya Newspaper has been informed to appear before Sri Lanka Press Council next Tuesday to obtain a statement in connection with the news article published about a survey on the Presidential Election. Ravaya Newspaper recently reported that intelligence services conducted a survey on the forthcoming Presidential […]

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says he could have asked for no more from Wayne Rooney, who played in midfield for United’s 3-1 win over Newcastle at Old Trafford. Rooney scored twice and created a third for Robin van Persie. And Van Gaal was delighted with the 29-year-old’s contribution […]

Openers Dimuth Karunarate and Kaushal Silva led Sri Lanka’s fight back on the second day of the first cricket test. Sri Lanka were 303 runs behind New Zealand after being dismissed for 138 in its first innings. Karunaratne and Silva shrugged off their failures in the first innings, in which […]

REC 4 is a 2014 Spanish horror film, and the fourth and final installment of the REC franchise. The film is a direct sequel to the second film, taking place immediately after its events. Angela Vidal wakes up in a high-security quarantine facility, sole survivor and witness to the horrific […]

Massive crowds patronizing the victorious rallies of President is clear proof of his victory. Minister Dulles Alahapperuma pointed out that the United People’s Freedom Alliance will be launching the door to door campaign on behalf of the Presidential election. The Minister was addressing a news conference at the Sri Lanka […]

The President extending his warmest greetings for a happy Christmas full of peace and joy to all Christians of Sri Lanka, points out that today is a special day where the world is taught tolarence and understanding in the face of many challenges before the world. In his Christmas message […]

Prime Minister D.M. Jayaratne in his Christmas Message says that the teachings of the Jesus Christ who considered all human beings as one community, is immortal. In his message he requests everyone to commit themselves on this day to take forward the country on its forward march to become the […]

Opposition Leader Ranil Wickremasinghe in his Christmas Message says that the time has come for everyone to be united to protect the peace in the country by effectively facing the challenges before the country. The message further states that the teachings of the Jesus Christ which emphasizes peace and love […]

Catholics around the country are celebrating Christmas which brought the message of peace to the world. His Eminence Arch Bishop Malcom Cardinal Ranjith conducted the main Christmas Midnight Mass at the Moratuwa Kadalaana, St. Anthony’s Church. A large number of Catholics attended the Midnight Mass. Christmas Carols organized for the […]

President has pointed out that his policy statement is practical and he will not make false pledges. President Mahinda Rajapaksa mentioned this during a public rally in Moratuwa. The people received the President warmly when he arrived for the rally. Minister Jeevan Kumaratunga had organized the rally. Addressing the public, […]

Members of trade associations in Pettah has pledged their support to the President for providing them with the opportunity to engage in businesses freely. The meeting between President Mahinda Rajapaksa and Pettah Trade Associations took place at the B.M.I.C.H. Colombo. A large number of Trade Association representatives including Sri Lanka […]

The President says that the Mahinda Chinthana Policy to win the world will provide maximum benefits to the people. He said that there are no agreements to sell national resources in the policy. President Mahinda Rajapaksa expressed these views at a public rally in Bulathsinhala. A large number of people […]

The President has directed to provide immediate compensation for farmers whose paddy cultivations in the Polonnaruwa District has been affected due to floods. About 25,000 acres of paddy have been destroyed due to floods following heavy showers in the District. President Mahinda Rajapaksa instructed Deputy Minister Siripala Gamlath to look […]

Minister S.B. Dissanayake says that the Mahinda Chinthana Policy to win the world has focused on ensuring national security against Western conspiracies to create a separate state. Minister S.B. Dissanayake said that the Mahinda Chinthana policy, Mahinda Chinthana Forward Policy and now the Mahinda Chinthana Policy to win the world […]

The Chief Justice has said that the Judiciary has taken many meaningful steps on behalf of the people during the past few years. Chief Justice Mohan Peiris mentioned this while delivering a special lecture organized by the Judicial Services Commission. Chairperson of the Commission Sujatha Alahapperuma, Secretary General Sisira Ratnayake […]

Chairman of the Public Services United Nurses Trade Union Venerable Muruthettuwe Ananda Thera has accused former Health Minister Maithripala Sirisena for doing the maximum damage to the local Health sector. Venerable Muruthettuwe Ananda Thera said that the services that could have been rendered by Mr. Sirisena to the health sector, […]

Minister Dallas Alahapperuma has pointed out that the people’s mandate could not be obtained at the forthcoming Presidential Election by character assassinations and spreading false rumors. Minister Dallas Alahapperuma said that the people are aware about the leader who really loves the country. The Minister mentioned this while taking part […]

Vayamba Chief Minister Dayasiri Jayasekera says that although the opposition attempt to realize the objectives of foreign elements, the people could not be deceived. Chief Minister Dayasiri Jayasekera said that behind the propaganda of good governance, frauds, corruption is an international conspiracy. This is evident in the statement of LTTE […]

“We have not signed any document which does harm the country but on behalf of the betterment of the country. Our hands are clean. Everything is being done with a pure mind.” These views have been expressed by the President. President Rajapaksa was addressing a public meeting in the series […]

The President has issued instructions to the authorities concerned to increase the cash paid for dry rations provided to families affected by the extreme weather conditions. President Rajapaksa chaired a special discussion at Temple Trees to look into the progress of the programme launched by the Government to grant relief […]

Relief is being continuously granted to those impacted by the inclement weather. Assistant Director of the Disaster Management Centre Pradeep Kodippili said a landslide threat looms five Districts. Mr. Kodippili said that the total number of families impacted by the extreme weather conditions is 159,785. Accordingly it is reported that […]

Pandemonium broke out when a group of thugs from Sirikotha attacked a peaceful demonstration staged opposite the United National Party Head Office. The demonstrators were protesting the agreement against the country. A group of civilians was engaged in a peaceful demonstration opposite Sirikotha, the UNP Head Office in Pitakotte this […]

It is only the President who sorted out the problems of the Tamil fraternity in the estate sector. Support will not be extended to any other candidate other than the President who identifies the woes of the people. These views have been expressed by Ceylon Workers Congress leader and Minister […]

Leaders including the Deputy Chairman of the All Ceylon Muslim Congress has said that whoever betrayed the party, they cannot do so. Joining in a news conference held at the Sri Lanka Freedom Party Head Office, they emphasized that they would continue to support the President. Deputy Chairman of the […]

The Opposition Leader of the Talawakelle Lindula Urban Council has joined in supporting the President at the forthcoming election. Opposition Leader of the Talawakelle Lindula Urban Council Bharathi Dasan has decided to extend support for the victory of the President at the Presidential election. Bharathi Dasan who met Minister C.B. […]

In an analysis of the present political situation in Sri Lanka, Bloomberg has taken a seemingly pro-Rajapaksa stance, saying the incumbent President is likely to win the upcoming presidential polls. It also says that the opposition camp, led by Maithripala Sirisena, will run into bigger problems with desperate coalition partners, […]

The pealing of Church bells will herald the dawn of another Christmas marking the birth of Jesus Christ, the “Prince of Peace.” Christians countrywide are getting ready to mark the event along with their counterparts worldwide. Christian devotees are enthusiastically geared to commemorate another Christmas, attending mass. Midnight masses in […]

President Rajapaksa has emphasized that the people cannot be deceived by giving pledges that cannot be fulfilled in carrying forward the massive development of the land that has been won. The President mentioned that he always says what he can do and was always doing what he says. The Moneragala […]

United National Party former General Secretary and Minister Tissa Attanayake has revealed of a secret agreement entered into between UNP Leader Ranil Wickremasinghe and Opposition candidate Maithripala Sirisena to betray the entire nation to the world. Information on this secret agreement was disclosed by Tissa Attanayake who was serving as […]

The marking of postal ballots in relation to the Presidential election will take place tomorrow and the day after. Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya said that all arrangements are in place for the postal voting. The number eligible to cast postal votes is 541,831. Employees on election duty can mark their […]

Only several hours more are left for the commencement of postal voting of public servants in the election. At a moment like this, we are compelled to make a revelation of an unfortunate fate that has been planned by the Opposition with respect to the future of the public workers. […]

Leaflets to educate the public of getting on to the streets, visit house to house, express gratitude and bring victory to Mahinda are distributed among the people. The programme of distributing leaflets among the people and organized by the Joint Trade Union Federation commended at several centres countrywide this morning. […]

Three more stalwarts of the Opposition have joined the Freedom Alliance deciding to throw their weight behind the President. Buttala United National Party Pradeshiya Sabha member Lasantha Pushpakumara, Independent candidate of the same Local Council Nandasiri Nikawatte and Wellawaya electoral organizer of the Democratic Party of Sarath Fonseka Indunil Jayasundera […]

United National Party supporters in several areas have joined the United People’s Freedom Alliance pledging their support to the victory of the President at the forthcoming election. The United National Party member of the Walapone Pradeshiya Sabha Sabha Deva Robinson joined the Freedom Alliance expressing support for the victory of […]

Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa has pointed out that the Government has drawn its attention to formulating a new Constitution suited to the country. The Speaker said that the Government’s intention is to draft a new constitution. He said that they expected in the future through Parliament to craft their own Constitution […]

Finance Secretary Dr. P.B. Jayasundera has said that the country’s economic growth has rapidly increased along with the direct economic policies of the President. He pointed out that the aim of the President’s programme for 2020 is to make Sri Lanka a loan giving country to other nations transforming it […]

Relief is being continuously granted to the people affected by floods in several areas including Rajarata. Assistant Director of the Disaster Management Centre Pradeep Kodippili said that 292,963 are impacted by the heavy floods in the country. 28,288 persons have been found shelter at 159 secure centres. He said that […]

More development projects have been vested in the people. The opening of the Seva Piyasa Centre of the Suriyawewa Divisional Secretariat Division took place under the auspices of Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa. The expenditure incurred on this Centre built under the programme “One Work for One Village” was two million rupees. […]

The President says that the opposition is preparing to destroy the public service which he strengthened. President Mahinda Rajapaksa who toured the Badulla District, received a rousing welcome from the people. He first attended a public meeting at Kandaketiya Pola junction. Minister Lakshman Seneviratne had organized the meeting. Addressing the […]

The President has asked the people from Pothuvil to decide whether they would like to lose the identity of the nation by following a Singapore model. The public rally in Pothuvil to ensure the victory of President Mahinda Rajapaksa was held with the participation of a massive crowd. It has […]

Religious leaders have blessed the President who went to Akkaraipathu. President Mahinda Rajapaksa who went to attend the public rally in Akkaraipathu, took part in religious activities at Akkaraipathu Sri Wijayarama Temple. Chief Incumbent Venerable Devagoda Soratha Thera has chanted Seth Pirith and invoked blessings on the President. Thereafter President […]

The President has directed the officials to provide immediate relief to the people who have been affected by the present inclement weather conditions. A large number of people have been affected due to heavy rains in Trincomalee, Puttalam, Mannar, Matale, Vavuniya, Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa Districts. President Mahinda Rajapaksa personally looked […]

The Sri Lanka Independent Teachers Union and the Progressive Teachers Union have emphasized that there has been no other Government such as the present one which developed infrastructure of this country. They mentioned this during a news briefing in Kandy. Expressing his views Professor Ranjith Premalal said that opposition groups […]

The President’s proposal to the UN General Assembly to declare “15th July” as ‘World Youth Skills Development Day’, has yielded successful results. Accordingly the UN has declared 15th of July as the World Youth Skills Development Day.

The Government is continuing to provide relief for the people who are affected by floods. 2,316 families of the Plonnaruwa District have been displaced due to flood. They have been accommodated at 37 welfare centres and they are being provided with cooked food and other facilities. Deputy Minister Siripala Gamlath […]

A photographic exhibition of senior ITN Cameraman Roshan Fernando has been held in Colombo. The exhibition included 67 selected photographs of senior cameraman Roshan Fernando. The photographs have been selected during his 25 years of experience in the field. The exhibition was opened by ITN Chairman Anura Siriwardena. A distinguished […]

Jason Holder has replaced Dwayne Bravo as West Indies one-day international captain. The 23-year-old all-rounder has won 21 ODI caps since making his debut against Australia in February 2013. The move comes just two months before the start of the World Cup, with West Indies beginning their campaign against Ireland […]

Lionel Messi scored twice and Luis Suarez struck his first La Liga goal as Barcelona crushed struggling Cordoba 5-0 to finish the year a point behind Real Madrid at the top of the table. In form Pedro put Barca ahead after just 71 seconds with a clinical finish from a […]

South Korean singer, PSY, who has vaulted himself into the worldwide stardom with the hit song, “Gangnam Style,” two years ago, held a end of the year concert in Seoul, South Korea yesterday. PSY was welcomed with applause and light sabres by his 10,000 + fans who enjoyed a spectacular […]

The President has pointed out that the policy statement of the common opposition candidate is a copy of the 2015 budget. He said that the Government is already implementing all the pledges in the budget. Thousands of people attended the public rally which was held at Ampara Weerasinghe Grounds. Despite […]

University Lecturers have emphasized that President Mahinda Rajapaksa made Sri Lanka an economically stable country. They pointed out that the country would become unstable if people with contradictory policies were elected. They expressed these views during a press briefing at the Foundation Institute in Colombo. Professor Shantha Hennayaka of the […]

The biggest drinking water project to provide pipe borne water to people in Vavuniya has been launched. This is the first time that a drinking water project for people in Vavuniya District has been launched. 2180 million rupees will be spent on the project. The Government and Asian Development Bank […]

All measures are in place to conduct the postal voting in connection with the forthcoming Presidential election. Next Tuesday and Wednesday have been allocated to conduct the postal voting. The public servants who would on election duty can mark their vote at their working places. Friday has been allocated for […]

Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva has pointed out that the President bravely faced the challenges posed by Western conspirators during the fight against terrorism. He emphasized that although foreign elements conspired to resurrect terrorism in the country, it would never be allowed. The Minister mentioned this during a rally held […]

Minister Bandula Gunawardena says that the President created an environment where everyone can equally benefit from education. He said that the Government’s aim is to mould a future generation which could successfully face the life following a successful education. Minister Bandula Gunawardena assured to take responsibility to provide all facilities […]

Minister Wimal Weerawansa has pointed out that Sri Lanka is among the top 10 countries which are suitable for tourism as it has become a peaceful country following the end of war. Minister Wimal Weerawansa said that the world renowned Forbes Magazine has made Sri Lanka as one of the […]

The constructions of the new trade complex at Hatton Kotagala Town has been launched. The constructions of the new trade complex at Kotagala, Rosita area, were launched under the patronage of Defence and Urban Development Ministry Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa. 1000 million rupees will be spent on the project. The constructions […]

Alastair Cook has been removed as England’s one-day captain, according to widespread but as yet unconfirmed reports, with Eoin Morgan appointed to lead England at the World Cup that starts in February. England’s World Cup captaincy was thrashed out during hours of deliberations at Trent Bridge as the selectors wrestled […]

Arjen Robben’s last-minute winner ensured German leaders Bayern Munich ended a successful 2014 with a dramatic 1-2 victory at mid-table Mainz. Mainz led when Elkin Soto met a low right-wing cross to fire through the legs of Bayern keeper Manuel Neuer. But their lead lasted 167 seconds as Bastian Schweinsteiger […]

Into the Woods is a 2014 American musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Pictures. It is directed by Rob Marshall. It features an ensemble cast that includes Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, James Corden, Anna Kendrick, Chris Pine, Lilla Crawford, and Johnny Depp. Into the Woods is a modern twist […]

President Rajapaksa has underlined that certain groups are attempting to sell the state resources that the Government has built to the Private Sector. Sri Lanka does not need a management of the Singaporean strategy. Addressing the people of Serunuwara, the President pointed out that they wanted to build their own […]

It is being mentioned that if the LTTE terrorists did not shut down the Mavil Aru Anicut, Prabhakaran would be living today. The people who were battered by this terrorist menace cannot forget that past. It was the Ven. Karandagolle Pannyasena Thera who recalled the past in the present of […]

The attention of the President has been drawn to the resettlement of people who lived in Welfare Camps for 24 years as a result of actions of certain leaders. The President who met families in who have taken lodging in welfare camps in Jaffna yesterday, said that the programme of […]

The President has given instructions to the authorities concerned to stop the Yaal Devi train at the Mankulam railway station. President Rajapaksa who attended a public meeting in Mullaitivu on behalf of the Presidential election looked into the infrastructure provided to the people of Mankulam and the surrounding areas. The […]

The UN General Assembly has adopted by consensus, a resolution, spearheaded by President Rajapaksa, declaring 15th July as the World Youth Skills Day. Sri Lanka initiated this resolution, with the assistance of the G77 & China, to highlight at a global level, the importance of youth skills development. The goal […]

The programme to build new houses for the people rendered homeless as a result of the recent landslide in the Meeriyabedda area has been launched. The building of these houses in the Ampititenna estate took place under the patronage of Secretary to the Ministry of Defence and Urban Development Gotabhaya […]

Leave of all employees of the Postal Department has been cancelled on the instructions of the Elections Commissioner. Post Master General Rohana Abeyratne said that the Postal Department has been vested with the task of distributing the official poll carts related to the Presidential election. The Post Master General said […]

The President has given an order to pay the pension arrears for war disabled war heroes along with this month’s pension. This was revealed by Major General Mahinda Haturusinghe addressing journalists at a news conference at the Media Centre of the Defence Ministry. Major Gen. Hathurusinghe said that there were […]

Parliamentarian Attorney Namal Rajapaksa has said that the President effected an economic and developmental change based on a stipulated policy. He claimed that the Opposition which lacked a permanent policy, was making bankrupt political statements. Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa said that the Opposition is politically bankrupt. They are not talking about […]

The CWE is selling rice and potatoes to consumers at very reasonable prices for the festive season. The Government is launching a programme of marketing essential commodities to the people during the festive season at reasonable prices. Accordingly it has been decided to sell rice and potatoes through Lak Sathosa […]

The construction of 50,000 houses for families living in affiliation to estate and those who are endangered with landslide threats is being expedited with the allocations of funds from the budget. The National Buildings Research Orgnization has identified many areas endangered by landslides. New houses will be constructed on behalf […]

The programme “Priority to the Mother, Concept Development and Self Employment” has been launched under the auspices of First Lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa. The Concept promotion and Self Employment and Local Food Programme themed “Priority to the Mother” was held in Ratmalana in which First Lady Shiranthi Wickremasinghe Rajapaksa graced the […]

Singer Beyonce Knowles has been named Google’s most-searched female celebrity in Britain this year,reports femalefirst.com. The 33-year-old has been under the spotlight for the past 12 months as rumours suggesting that her marriage was on the rocks circulated, after her husband Jay-Z and sister Solange were seen fighting in an […]

Sri Lanka cricket team left for New Zealand for a 2 match Test series and a 7 match One Day International series early today. This is their first tour to New Zealand in eight years. Therefore, it is a novel experience for almost all the team members except a handful […]

Heads of leading business enterprises in the country have underlined the importance of economic stability in the country. The largest gathering for professionals in Asia was held in Colombo this morning under the patronage of President Rajapaksa. The largest gathering for professionals in Asia was held in Colombo this morning […]

President Rajapaksa has emphatically mentioned that the Government safeguarded the independence of judiciary to the maximum. The President laid this emphasis joining in a meeting organized by the Lawyers Association for the Protection of Democracy and Human Rights. The President received a warm welcome from the Attorneys. The President underscored […]

The Government of Sri Lanka vehemently condemned the terrorist attack yesterday at a school in Peshawar, Pakistan killing a large number of people including 132 children and injuring more than 100 others. President Rajapaksa in a twitter message to Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on hearing the incident expressed his […]

The value of the lives of children lost by the motherland as a result of the ruthless terrorism that was a scourge for the country for 30 years, cannot be estimated. No one can forget how hundreds of children who were subjected to attacks mooted during LTTE atrocities were killed. […]

The Indian Prime Minister has positively responded to a request made by the Sri Lankan President. 30 fishermen in Indian custody have been freed. The Sri Lankan Government has commended the initiative taken by India to release the fishermen. President Rajapaksa during talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on […]

The support of the United National Party Dehiwala Mount Lavinia Municipal Council member Chris Balthasar is also for the President. The United National Party Councillor of the Dehiwala Mount Lavinia Municipal Council Chris Balthasar has joined the Government ranks extending his maximum support to the victory of the President Rajapaksa […]

350 PLOTE members of the North have joined the Sri Lanka Freedom Party pledging support to the President. 350 activists of PLOTE from the Vavuniya District have secured membership of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party. They have taken this decision in protest against the agreement reached by the present PLOTE […]

Parliamentarian Attorney Namal Rajapaksa has emphasized that the development of the country will be further accelerated with the victory of the President on the 08th of January. Parliamentarian Rajapaksa said that as the President launched the programme in the year 2005 to liberate the country from the terrorists, he pointed […]

The bus service on the Colombo-Katunayake Expressway has been brought under joint time schedule. Hitherto only buses of the Sri Lanka Transport Board operated from the Katunayake Airport to Colombo. Private buses are also permitted to operate buses from the Katunayake Airport, in response to a request made by private […]

The Business Enterprise Excellence Awards Festival which lauds the services of outstanding entrepreneurs in the business sector has been held in Colombo. Organized for the third occasion, the Awards Festival was held under the patronage of Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabral. Many excellent performers in the Export Industry and […]

Kumar Sangakkara, playing his final one-day international on home soil, set a record for the most runs in a calendar year as Sri Lanka thumped England by 87 runs in the last match of the series in Colombo on Tuesday. Sri Lanka continued to dominate the touring side, taking the […]

President Rajapaksa has emphasized in Grandpass that it was they who succeeded in ending the era in which people could not step out of their homes without an identity card. Another propaganda meeting to consolidate the victory of the President was held in the Grandpass area today. The President who […]

United National Party member of the Colombo Municipal Council Attorney Nadil Malagoda got on to the stage at a propaganda meeting held at the Grandpass Junction expressing support for the President’s campaign. UNP Municipal Councillor Attorney Nadil Malagoda said that the President succeeded in ending the war which was a […]

The President who participated in propaganda rallies in the Colombo area has received a tumultuous welcome from the people in Thotalanga A large and diverse gathering participated in the propaganda rally held at Thotalanga Junction today. Members of the Maha Sangha as well as the clergy of other religions who […]

The President has also received a high response from the people in Wanathamulla. The crowds paid their tribute to the President who had enriched their lives and is building a prosperous future for their generations. This gathering was organized by Parliamentarian Thilanga Sumathipala. Mr. Sumathipala said that the President did […]

The President has made a fervent appeal from teachers who conduct tuition classes to join together in grooming a generation that can win the world by advancing with the developing country. A special meeting of teachers who are conducting tuition classes was organized at the Shalika grounds in Narahenpita yesterday […]

Groups that rallied round the Opposition candidate and his pledge to abolish the Executive Presidency are now in doldrums. It was Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva who expressed this view at a media conference summoned by the United People’s Freedom Alliance. Minister Nimal Siripala said that the President hails from […]

The budget of the Nuwara Eliya Municipal Council has been adopted. Mayor Mahinda Dodampegama presented the budget estimates of the Nuwara Eliya Municipal Council for 2015. Noteworthy was the support extended by Government as well as Opposition Councillors. The total revenue according to the budget of the Nuwara Eliya Municipal […]

Minister Wimal Weerawansa has instructed the officials concerned to immediately complete construction work on the Supermarket Complex at Peliyagoda. Minister Weerawansa who examined the progress of the construction work on the C-City Supermarket Complex at Peliyagoda, also inspected the building. The aim of this Complex is to provide building materials, […]

Another group from the United National Party has joined the Sri Lanka Freedom Party to ensure the victory of the President. Many United National Party supporters secured the membership of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party at the opening of the Party’s operations office at Galenbindunuwewa. They obtained the SLFP membership […]

The Presidential Commission inquiring into Missing Persons continues recording evidence in Vavuniya. The recording of evidence by the Presidential Commission probing complaints on missing persons due to terrorist activity will continue tomorrow as well at the Vavuniya Divisional Secretariat under the auspices of Commission Chairman Maxwell Paranagama. 150 complaints are […]

“Sil redi” has been distributed among more than 1000 women devotees. This distribution took place under the patronage of the First Lady. The handing over of textiles including “Sil Redi” took place under the patronage of First Lady Shiranthi Wickremasinghe Rajapaksa at the Youth Centre in Maharagama. Salu Sala Chairman […]

Researchers in Brazil have discovered drug-resistant bacteria in the sea waters where sailing and windsurfing events will be held during the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. The “super-bacteria” are usually found in hospital waste and produce an enzyme, KPC, resistant to antibiotics. Researchers found the bacteria in samples taken […]

Indian batsman Virat Kohli broke into the top-20 of ICC Test rankings at 16th after his stupendous back-to-back hundreds in the opening cricket Test against Australia in Adelaide. Kohli, whose twin hundreds went in vain as India lost the match by 48 runs on Saturday, raised 11 rungs to make […]

“The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies” is a 2014 epic fantasy adventure film, directed by Peter Jackson and written by Jackson and Guillermo del Toro. The movie stars Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage, Evangeline Lilly and Orlando Bloom. It will be the third and final installment in […]

The President has said that he is sure of victory at the Presidential election. He has called on the opposition to come to a policy wise competition if possible without slinging mud. The President mentioned that the Opposition candidate has said that the Airport will be closed on January 08th. […]

President Rajapaksa has asserted that everyone can today talk about the Executive Presidency and democracy as the challenges faced by the country were successfully faced. The President pointed out that when bombs were exploding countrywide in the past and people were brutally massacred, there were no topics on amendments to […]

In a Twitter message, President Rajapaksa has said that Sri Lanka is with Australia in the battle against terrorism. Expressing deep concern over the incident that took place at a café in Sydney, the President in a Twitter message to Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott, said he is “deeply disturbed […]

United National Party Uva Provincial Councillor Janaka Tissa Kuttiarachchi has expressed support to the President. Tissa Kuttiarachchi met President Rajapaksa at the President’s House this morning and announced that he would extending his support for the President’s victory at the election. He pointed out that despite working with strong dedication […]

There is no room within the diluting UNP for party supporters. The Party is steered by outsiders. These views have been expressed by United National Party Uva Provincial Councillor Tissa Kuttiarachchi who joined the Freedom Alliance pledging support to the President. He was addressing the Alliance media briefing. Mr. Kuttiarachchi […]

Severe disputes have arisen within the Tamil National Alliance. It is also the same among the Party Leaders. It is reported that serious internal disputes have arisen within the Tamil National Alliance. A special discussion on the initiative that should be taken by the Tamil National Alliance at the Presidential […]

The distribution of official poll cards with respect to postal voting has commenced. Post Master General Rohana Abeyratne said that the issue of official poll cards for postal voters commenced today. The issue of poll cards for 541,433 eligible postal voters will take place via the District Secretariats. The marking […]

Britain’s Upper Parliament, House of Lords has discussed plans to encourage more bilateral trade between the United Kingdom and Sri Lanka, one of UK’s most important bilateral trading partners. Introducing the subject, Lord Mohamed Sheikh said UK is one of the top five investors in Sri Lanka and its number […]

The Presidential Commission probing complaints on missing persons is meeting at Settikulam in Vavuniya for the second day today. The Presidential Commission inquiring into complaints of persona who had disappeared due to terrorist activities commenced at the Settikulam Divisional Secretariat in Vavuniya yesterday under the patronage of Chairman of the […]

The Ceylon Workers Congress has reiterated its maximum dedication for the victory of the President. A meeting to brief the estate community on the Presidential election was held in the Yatiyantota town under the guidance of the Ceylon Workers Congress. The meeting held under the patronage of Deputy Minister Muttu […]

Police Officers also receive motorbikes under the programme of granting motorcycles to field officers in the State Sector with the intention of ensuring a more efficient public service. The handing over of motorbikes to Officers in the Trincomalee Police Division took place at the Trincomalee Police Head Office. The programme […]

A R Rahman features multiple times not just on the Oscar longlist for Original Score, but also for Original Song. Four songs composed by Rahman one from The 100 Foot Journey and three from Million Dollar Arm could make it to the list of final five nominees, to be announced […]

Steve Smith will captain Australia for the rest of the Test series against India. He replaces Michael Clarke who suffered a serious hamstring injury during the first Test in Adelaide two days ago. The 25-year-old will become Australia’s 45th and third youngest Test captain at the match against India in […]

Lewis Hamilton has been voted the BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2014. The 29-year-old Mercedes driver won his second Formula 1 world title this season and joined an exclusive club by becoming the fourth Briton to win the drivers’ championship at least twice. Northern Irish golfer Rory McIlroy was […]

The President has emphasized that the forward march of the country will not be stalled, in the face of challenges. He has pointed out that the pledges given to free and develop the country have been honored. President Mahinda Rajapaksa expressed these views while addressing the public rally in Nawalapitiya. […]

The President addressing people in Akurana has said that the right to live unitedly in one country for all races and followers of different religions will be safeguarded. This meeting attended by President Mahinda Rajapaksa had been organized by Akurana S.L.F.P. Chief Organizer Deputy Minister Abdul Cadre. Sinhala and Muslim […]

The President has pointed out that certain people have come on stage for personal political revenge and not for the benefit of the country. President Mahinda Rajapaksa pointed this out when he met the people in Nugawela area during his tour of Harispattuwa in the Kandy District. Central Province Chief […]

Religious programmes have been held in several areas to invoke blessings on the President. The religious ceremony to handover goods to temples with economic difficulties took place at Narahenpita Abhayarama Temple to invoke blessings on President Mahinda Rajapaksa. The ceremony has been organized on the instructions of Public Service United […]

The President addressing Kandy District S.L.F.P branch officials has requested them to commit themselves to protect the country and the people from false rumors. President Mahinda Rajapaksa has pointed out that certain groups are spreading false rumors to achieve their narrow political gains. He has said that everyone should join […]

The Commission to investigate disappearance of persons has commenced its sittings in Vavuniya today. The Commission said that they would investigate complaints of Vavuniya District for four days starting today. Accordingly evidence would be recorded at Settikulama and Vavuniya Divisional Secretariat office. The officials of the Commission said that the […]

The Mahasangaha of the Ampara District has emphasized that the leader who saved the country from the ruthless LTTE terrorists cannot be forgotten. This was disclosed during a programme organized by “Hetata Ratak” National Organization, for the Mahasangaha in Ampara District. Venerable Getamanne Gunanada Thera and the Mahasangha attended the […]

Sri Lanka Air Force says that a group of Russian experts will arrive in the island today to investigate about the data stored in the Black Box of the aircraft crashed in Hokandara. The Air Force investigation team has decided to conduct investigations in to the data stored in the […]

A group of UNP stalwarts of the Polonnaruwa District has joined the Freedom Alliance. A large number of UNP stalwarts of the Polonnaruwa District left the party during the past few days and joined the Alliance. 150 traditional UNP members of Wadigawewa village under Medirigiriya Divisional Secretariat Division obtained their […]

An investment promotion conference between Sri Lanka and Sanjin of China has been held in Colombo. The conference has been organized jointly by Ministry of Trade and Commerce and Sanjin of China. Expressing his views on the occasion Trade and Commerce Ministry Secretary Anura Siriwardena said that Sri Lanka has […]

The annual concert of Southern Province Carlton Pre-schools has been held in a grand scale. The concert to showcase talents of the children of Carlton Pre-schools of the Southern Province has been held at Maagam Ruhunupura International Convention Centre in Hambantota. The concert held under the patronage of President Mahinda […]

Graduates of the Kurunegala District have pledged their support to ensure a victory of the President at the forthcoming Presidential Election. The graduates who gathered at the Kurunegala town engaged in a programme to brief the people by distributing leaflets. Senior Minister S.B. Navinna was present on the occasion. They […]

Kumar Sangakkara said that he would retire from ODI’s after the 2015 Cricket world cup. He expressed these views during the presentation ceremony of the 6th ODI against England during which he was announced as the man of the match. Kumar Sangakkara who missed out on 2 centuries in the […]

Barcelona lost ground on Real Madrid when they were held to a 0-0 draw at rain-lashed Getafe and slipped four points behind the La Liga leaders. Barca forward Lionel Messi was unable to convert the few chances that came his way and add to his 13 La Liga goals this […]

Telenor Bridal Couture Week Pakistan’s most anticipated bridal fashion event, kicked off in Lahore. The three-day event showcases the latest bridal fashion trends of the region. Eight designers showcased their designs on the first day. Renowned Pakistani designer Maria B. looked to 18th century France for her new collection of […]

Chief Prelates of temples in Matara have invoked the blessings on the President. President Mahinda Rajapaksa who toured Matara District visited many temples and called over on Chief Prelates. They invoked the blessings on him. The President first visited Kuda Aparekka Mathikarama Temple. After engaging in religious observances, President Rajapaksa […]

The President has emphasized that the country would be built together with everyone who loved the country. President Mahinda Rajapaksa mentioned this while attending “Jaya Abhimani” programme at Shalika Ground in Narahenpita. The meeting had been organized on behalf of the candidates who did not win contesting local government elections […]

The President has received a warm welcome from the people in Matale. President Mahinda Rajapaksa toured several areas of the Matale District today. A large number of people have arrived to welcome the President in those areas. The President engaged in religious observances at Rathota, Ganetenna, Sri Purvarama Temple. Thereafter […]

People in Weligama have warmly received the President. President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrived at Hallalla Junction in Weligama amidst the cheering of the massive crowd. People in Weligama have lined up the streets to receive the President with great enthusiasm. Addressing the gathering the President emphasized that he was prepared to […]

SLFP General Secretary and Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa has pointed out that the people are with the President despite the conduct of certain people. Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa said that Presidential candidate Maithripala Sirisena has acted as a conspirator while being in the party. Former UNP General Secretary Tissa Attanayake […]

The Elections Commissioner and Assistant District Elections Commissioners have held discussions on future measures to be taken in connection with the Presidential Election. The discussions have taken place at the Rajagiriya Elections Secretariat. Additional Elections Commissioner U. Amaradasa said that attention was paid on postal voting. The Assistant Commissioners have […]

UNP members in several areas have left the party and joined the Peoples’ Alliance to support the President. 150 UNP members of Badalkumbura area of the Badulla District have joined the United Peoples’ Alliance. They obtained their membership from Uva Chief Minister Shaseendra Rajapaksa. They pledged their support to the […]

Real Madrid sealed their 20th victory in a row in all competitions as Cristiano Ronaldo scored two more goals in a 4-1 victory at Almeria. Real have won every match since 13 September and are four off the world record of Brazilians Coritiba in 2011. The visitors led 2-1 at […]

Chants of “I can’t breathe” and “Hands up, don’t shoot” aren’t enough for US protesters. In a new way to condemn police killings of unarmed black men, demonstrators are coming up with original protest songs that are going viral on social media. The deaths of Eric Garner and Michael Brown […]

Sri Lanka won the 6th one day international against England by 90 runs at the Pallekele International Stadium in Kandy today. Sri Lanka bowled out England for 202 runs in 41.3 overs. Batting first Sri Lanka scored 292 runs for 7 wickets in their allotted 50 overs. Kumar Sangakkara playing […]

The President tours the Matara District and make inquiries into their welfare. At every location, the people accorded a rousing welcome to the President, their leader who saved the country. The President who undertook an inspection tour of the Suduwella Fisheries Harbour at Kottegoda in Matara received a tumultuous welcome […]

The President has said that they are not prepared to sling mud at anyone. He told the people of Akuressa that the programme of winning the country and people will be continuously carried forward. President Rajapaksa was speaking at a public meeting held near the Presidential elections main operations office […]

President Rajapaksa before launching the Presidential election campaign secured blessings engaging in religious observances. The President received the blessings of the Maha Sangha including the Malwatte and Asgiriya Mahanayake Theras and the clergy of other religions. President Rajapaksa before participating in the maiden victorious Presidential election rally in Anuradhapura visited […]

A comprehensive inquiry is being carried out into the plane crash which occurred in Hokandara this morning. The Air Force has made a request from the people to immediately return parts of the plane that had been taken away from the scene of the crash. An Antonov plane belonging to […]

Minister Kumara Welgama has pointed out that the people will not be deceived by false propaganda of the Opposition candidate. He said that the people are already aware of their strategy of using names of Government members to attract the people. He was addressing the Freedom Alliance media conference in […]

The Opposition Leader of the Dimbulagala Pradeshiya Sabha has joined the Freedom Alliance to consolidate the victory of the President at the forthcoming election. Opposition Leader of the Dimbulagala Pradeshiya Sabha in Polonnaruwa Ranjith Kahagalla has joined the United People’s Freedom Alliance in the face of the collapse of the […]

20 more buses have been given to the Anuradhapura District to improve the livelihoods of the rural fraternity. Twenty more new buses have been added to the fleet of the Sri Lanka Transport Board for the intercity service and operations in rural areas within the Anuradhapura District. These buses belong […]

Eastern Provincial Councillor M.S.M. Amir Ali has taken oaths as a Member of Parliament. Amir Ali was appointed as a National List Member of Parliamentarian to create the vacancy created as a result of the resignation of former member A.H.M. Azwer. He took oaths before Deputy Speaker Chandima Weerakkody. Amir […]

Chief Justice Mohan Peiris has said that a new programme should be used to overcome fraud and corruption instead of traditional methods in the laws. The Chief Justice was delivering the keynote address at a function organized in Colombo to mark World Anti-Corruption Day. The aim of this year’s World […]

A Most Violent Year is a 2014 crime drama film written and directed by J. C. Chandor. The film stars Oscar Isaac and Jessica Chastain with Alessandro Nivola and Catalina Sandino Moreno. A Most Violent Year is a thriller set in New York City during the winter of 1981, statistically […]

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti wants to end a fantastic year on a high note as his side seeks a 20th consecutive victory today. Ancelotti’s side, who visit Almeria in La Liga, set a Spanish record of 19 wins in a row by beating Ludogorets in the Champions League. The […]

Joe Root’s third hundred powered England to a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the fifth ODI in Pallekele and kept alive their hopes in the seven-match series. England paceman Chris Woakes tore through the Sri Lankan lower order to bowl out the hosts for 239 in 49 overs on […]

The Pakistan Cricket Board chairman, Shaharyar Khan, has confirmed that spinner Saeed Ajmal is to undergo a further informal biomechanic test in India. Ajmal is remodelling his action after being suspended from international cricket after being reported during the Sri Lanka-Pakistan Test in Galle in August. The 37-year-old, who returned […]

Day four of the first Test between Australia and India lost the feeling of goodwill that had characterised the first three days, as tensions erupted a few times as Australia built a lead of 363 by stumps. David Warner was the reason for both the slightly aggressive ‘banter’ as well […]

Former Western Province Minister and Deputy Secretary of the Jathika Hela Urumaya Udaya Gammanpila has joined the United People’s Freedom Alliance. Addressing a news briefing of the United People’s Freedom Alliance Udaya Gammanpila said that the Opposition is on the brink of collapse. Attempts made to revive the Opposition and […]

Tissa Attanayake takes oaths as the Health Minister. The swearing in took place before the President. Tissa Attanayake who was appointed as Health Minister took oaths in the new post before President Rajapaksa at the President’s House in Kandy this morning. Born in Kandy on 17th May 1961 Tissa Attanayake […]

The maiden election rally of the United People’s Freedom Alliance was held in Anuradhapura today. It was presided by President Rajapaksa. The public rally commenced at around 3 pm. A massive crowd thronged the Anuradhapura Esplanade for the rally. It was a sea of heads and a meeting which had […]

President Rajapaksa pays obeisance to the Sacred Tooth Relics at the Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy. The President arrived at the Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy early this morning and venerated the Sacred Tooth Relics. The Ven. Wedaruwe Uapli Thera of the Asgiriya Chapter who is in charge of the […]

Minister Arumugam Thondaman has emphasized that the people were geared to hand in a resounding victory for the President from the Nuwara Eliya District at the Presidential election whatever challenges they had to confront. The Minister laid this emphasis at a meeting held at the Kotagala Party Head Office to […]

Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa has said that the people are rallying round the President’s leadership to strengthen the Government’s forward journey defeating foreign forces. The election will decide whether a stable government will be maintained or entrust the Government to an unstable person and devastate the economy. The candidate had […]

The Kalawana United National Party Chief Organizer convicted on killing two persons has been sentenced to death. Sabaragamuwa United National Party Provincial Councillor and Kalawana United National Party Chief Organizer Hasitha Mohandiram alias Sarpaya was accused of causing death to two pedestrians knocking them down in the Kalawana town in […]

Spokesman of the Defence Media Centre Brig Ruwan Wanigasuriya has pointed out that there is no truth in rumours that are being spread that the Army was grabbing land. Addressing a news conference in Colombo yesterday, the Brigadier said that the Army had not taken any action to acquire any […]

An Australian Member of Parliament has expressed outrage over a statement made in parliament by Senator Lee Rhiannon of the Greens. Don Randall said that this Parliamentarian had commemorated the brutal terrorist leader Prabhakaran, who not only killed innocent civilians but killed democratically elected politicians in Sri Lanka. Don Randall […]

Agreement has been reached to provide jobs in the defence sectors of Dubai for Sri Lankans. Support for training will be provided by the Dubai Police. A meeting between the Director of the Dubai Police Academy Lt. Gen. Prof. Nasir Ibrahim and Chairman of the Bureau of Foreign Employment of […]

Melody queen Lata Mangeshkar and her sister, veteran singer Asha Bhosle have come together for a new music album titled Mein Hawaa. Lataji, 85, has produced the album in which Ashajiand Shaan have lent their voices. The music has been composed by newcomer Rohan Shah.

The Lanka Samasamaja Party has told the President that they would be dedicated to the maximum for his victory at the forthcoming election. Lanka Sama Samaja Party representatives including its Leader and Senior Minister Prof. Tissa Vitharana and National Organizer and Deputy Minister Y.G. Padamasiri met the President at Temple […]

Ministers have emphasized at the Freedom Alliance media briefing that the Opposition, unable to bear defeat were launching various mudslinging campaigns against the Government. As such these should be faced with intelligence. Minister Ranjith Siyambalapitiya said that false campaigns are being mooted in this election propaganda. Rumours are being spread […]

The Rajarata United National Party foundation further shatters. Many party supporters have joined the United People’s Freedom Alliance to strengthen the hands of the President. Many United National Party activists of the Anuradhapura District defected to the United People’s Freedom Alliance during the last few days. Over 500 United National […]

The people of Colombo East have taken the lead to ensure the victory of the President at the Presidential election. This has been emphatically mentioned by the Sri Lanka Freedom Party Colombo East organizer Pradeep Gunawardena. Mr. Gunawardena said that many United National Party supporters were joining them. Symbolising this […]

Many UNP supporters of Dehiowita have joined the Sri Lanka Freedom Party pledging to support the President’s victory at the election. A large group of United National Party supporters joined the Sri Lanka Freedom Party at a Presidential election meeting organized in the Mgammana area in Dehiowita. United National Party […]

Motorbikes have been given to public sector employees not with the intention of achieving personal benefits. The purpose is to bring the public service more closer to the people. These observations have been made by Minister Basil Rajapaksa. The Minister was speaking at a function organized for the granting of […]

An agreement has been inked for a collaboration between Malaysia and Sri Lanka on an integrated Transportation Hub in Colombo. The Sri Lankan Government has already embarked on a mega development programme of transforming the Colombo to a main economic hub as well as a beautiful City within Asia. The […]

Sri Lanka’s January-October exports have surged by almost 9% year on year. Also an export product that recently faced volatility in EU markets showed a promising turnaround. The Export Development Board said that this is only merchandise exports without taking into account of service exports such as ICT. At a […]

Japan is providing 240 million rupees as assistance to increase the production of small and medium scale entrepreneurs. Long standing economic cooperation prevails between Sri Lanka and Japan. Accordingly the Japanese Government has made this grant for projects related to a number of fields. The inking of the related agreements […]

The Independent Television Network was among the Institutions honoured at the Annual Reports Awards Festival. Minister Basil Rajapaksa graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The ceremony to present Awards for the best Annual Reports was held at the Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre. This Awards Festival is an annual […]

Uncapped 21-year-old offspinner Tharindu Kaushal has been named in Sri Lanka’s squad for the tour of New Zealand, while uncapped quick Dushmantha Chameera also earns a place. Wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Chandimal reclaims his place in the squad, but Niroshan Dickwella, who kept wicket in the last two Test series, and Prasanna […]

Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene is an upcoming Indian comedy thriller film directed by Gurmmeet Singh and produced by Devinder Jain and Akhilesh Jain. Featuring Zayed Khan, Rannvijay Singh and Tena Desae in the lead roles. Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene expected to release on the 16th January 2015.

President Rajapaksa has declared that his prime objective is to build a disciplined and secure society on behalf of the future generation. The President made this declaration during a meeting with representatives of Joint Trade Union Alliance. The gathering organised at the BMICH premises was attended by leaders of the […]

This is the golden era of public service. The present Government has succeeded in building a dignified public service safeguarding the dignity of every profession. This is a significant victory achieved by the Government. These observations have been made by President Rajapaksa. The President was addressing the annual gathering of […]

Former United National Party General Secretary and Parliamentarian Tissa Attanayake has said that the common Alliance of the Opposition is a dangerous conspiracy which will put the democracy and the economy in danger. He cannot support such an Alliance which would destabilize the country. Mr. Attanayake was addressing a news […]

The United People’s Freedom Alliance has emphasized that its Presidential election propaganda is being mooted in accordance with the elections regulations. The United People’s Freedom Alliance has asserted that it has made arrangements to carry out all propaganda activities in relation to the Presidential election in conformity to the elections […]

The Sri Lanka Mahajana Party has pledged their maximum dedication to bring victory to the President who protected the country and enthroned freedom. The Sri Lanka Mahajana Party gave this pledge at its Kurunegala District Convention. Secretary of the Party Asanka Navaratne presided at the Convention. It was unanimously agreed […]