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May 14, 2025

US $ 62 million Indian grant on KKS port Sri Lanka will decide on feasibility of project only

India is pursuing several connectivity projects in

1 min

CHICKENPOX VACCINES OUT OF STOCK AMID RISE IN CASES

Amid a slight increase in chickenpox cases, the varicella vaccine that helps prevent the disease is currently out of stock at hospitals, the Daily Mirror learns.

1 min

IMPORT DELAYS AND DRY WEATHER SPARKS NATIONWIDE SALT SHORTAGE: PRODUCERS

Cabinet granted approved to import 30,000MT on March 26 this year

1 min

Sri Pada pilgrim season ends

Sri Pada pilgrim season 2024/25 ended yesterday, the day following the Vesak Full Moon Poya Day.

1 min

Independent Group and National People's Party yet to decide on alliance

One independent group, and the National People's Party, which secured seats in the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) at the recently concluded local government election, said yesterday they have not made a final decision on whom they will support.

1 min

Ready to become the next Mayor of Colombo: Dr. Ruvaiz Haniffa

Muhammad Ruvaiz Haniffa who was the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) mayoral candidate for Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) yesterday said he is ready to take over Colombo’s Mayor's post if his party manages to get the support of other opposition political parties to form an administration.

1 min

Geography teacher arrested for allegedly sexually abusing 14-year-old girl

A 39-year-old geography teacher from a school in Devinuwara has been arrested over allegations of sexually abusing a 14-year-old student.

1 min

Algerian girl robbed, thrown off cliff in Ella: Retired cop arrested

A retired police inspector working as a taxi driver was arrested yesterday in Nuwara Eliya for allegedly drugging a 26-year-old Algerian tourist, stealing her valuables worth over Rs. 800,000, and pushing her off a precipice near Rawana Ella, police said.

1 min

Multiple Dansals with poor hygiene standards suspended

PHIs accelerate inspections 17 Dansals issued warnings

1 min

DEVOTEES AT RELIC EXPOSITION SADDENED DUE TO POLICE NEGLIGENCE

Accordingly, only 120,000 to 130,000 worshippers could reach the relic.

3 mins

INDO-PAKISTAN CRISIS: HOW NOT TO REPORT A WAR

Last week, when the nuclear-armed rivals India and Pakistan went to war, their TV anchors, especially those on the right-wing television channels in India, scored the biggest kill. From their sleek news studios, they single-handedly bombed each other's military installations and crafted their imaginary narratives. Probably, at no time in the past had established media been so economical with truth, prejudicial and hate bombing that they put to shame Elon Musk's X, which is considered a cesspool of disinformation and race-baiting.

4 mins

Sexual harassment, road accidents and corruption in Lanka

According to media reports and police department statistics, during the 11 months up to January this year, Sri Lanka recorded 2,937 crimes against children.

3 mins

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION OUTCOME: A CALL FOR INCLUSIVE GOVERNANCE

With a two-thirds majority in Parliament, the government has a unique opportunity to undertake long-overdue reforms and deliver on its promise of system change for which it received mandates at the presidential and general elections held last year

2 mins

NAMAL'S ASCENT: PRESIDENTIAL 2024 AS RELIABLE COMPARATIVE FOR LG RESULTS

The parliamentary performance of the JVP/NPP greatly benefited from fleeting enthusiasm, resulting in what statisticians describe as a \"measurement bias\" instead of indicating a true shift in political alignment

4 mins

The Shark Binder and the Gratiaen long list puzzle

Now that the Gratiaen short list has been announced, I'd like to congratulate everyone listed. They wouldn't be there if they didn't deserve it.

3 mins

DFCC Bank posts Rs. 2.8 bn PAT in 1Q25

DFCC Bank PLC posted a profit before tax (PBT) of Rs. 3,912 million and a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs. 2,768 million for the period ended 31 March 2025, compared to a PBT of Rs. 4,733 million and PAT of Rs. 3,134 million a year earlier.

1 min

SriLankan eyes five new aircraft including two narrow-bodies by 2026

► FLEET EXPANSION PLAN CONTRADICTS WITH PROPOSED FIVE-YEAR BUSINESS PLAN ► TO RESUME FLIGHTS TO BEIJING AND SHANGHAI FROM JULY AND NOVEMBER

1 min

HNB's 1Q profit jumps 49% on lower interest costs

Hatton National Bank (HNB) saw its earnings climb in the first quarter of 2025, with group profit after tax rising 49 percent year-on-year to Rs 11.1 billion.

2 mins

Worker remittances exceed US$ 2bn by April

Workers’ remittances to Sri Lanka surpassed the US$ 2 billion mark in the first four months of 2025. Despite the milestone, cumulative inflows are trailing last year's pace, official data showed.

1 min

SLT Group delivers strong 1Q25 as Mobitel lifts top line

Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) Group reported a profit after tax of Rs. 2.00 billion for the quarter ended 31 March, sharply higher than Rs. 156 million a year earlier, supported by tighter financial management and improved operational efficiencies.

2 mins

Tourism maintains upward momentum with US$ 256.7mn April earnings

Sri Lanka's tourism sector continues to maintain its recovery momentum as it recorded US$ 256.7 million in earnings for April 2025, a 13.7 percent increase year-on-year (YoY).

1 min

HNB and UNIMO Enterprises collaborate to offer vehicle leasing solutions

HNB PLC has entered into a strategic partnership with UNIMO Enterprises Ltd to offer an array of exclusive vehicle leasing options.

1 min

DIMO excels at Mercedes-Benz Service Excellence Regional Award Ceremony

Regional Award Ceremony

1 min

NSBM-BOC sign strategic loan agreement

NSBM Green University signed a strategic loan agreement with Bank of Ceylon (BOC) to support the ongoing phase II development of its Homagama campus.

1 min

Mercantile Investments opens Kilinochchi, Puthukkudiyirippu branches

In its continuous efforts to expand its reach and advocate financial inclusivity across Sri Lanka, Mercantile Investments recently opened two new branches in the Northern province.

1 min

DFCC Bank-Home Lands Skyline offer zero down payment home loans

DFCC Bank, in an exclusive partnership with Home Lands Skyline, announced a breakthrough in home financing by introducing a zero down payment home loan.

1 min

American Chamber kicks off Bootcamp 2025

The American Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka (AmCham SL), in collaboration with the US Embassy, launched the second edition of AmCham Bootcamp 2025.

1 min

OTTO Bathware earns SLS certification

OTTO Bathware has received Sri Lanka Standards (SLS) certification from the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

1 min

DFCC Bank's Anton Arumugam new APB President

DFCC Bank PLC congratulates Senior Vice President Offshore Banking, Remittances and Business Development Anton Arumugam on his appointment as the 36th President of the Association of Professional Bankers (APB) Sri Lanka for the 2025/26 term.

1 min

Bristo Products wins National Industry Brand Excellence Award

Bristo Products has been honoured with the Best National Industry Brand Award (Small Scale) in the Other Industry Sector, at National Industry Brand Excellence Awards 2024.

1 min

John Keells-Moratuwa Uni mark 19 years of collaboration

The John Keells Group Transportation Sector marks 19 years of impactful collaboration with the Transport Management and Logistics Engineering Department at the University of Moratuwa, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to human capital development in Sri Lanka's transportation and logistics industries.

1 min

Nex-Gen revolutionises as-built surveying

INTEGRATES DRONE-BASED 3D LIDAR LASER SCANNING TECHNOLOGY

1 min

Asus' Sri Lanka market share hits 40%

SOLIDIFIES MARKET LEADERSHIP WITH LATEST LAUNCH OF TECH INNOVATIONS

4 mins

IPL to resume on Saturday after suspension

The Indian Premier League (IPL) will resume on Saturday after being suspended because of the hostilities between India and neighbouring Pakistan.

1 min

Apna and Dhilvan win Doubles title

Apna Perera bagged his third title of the 110th Colombo Tennis Championship when partnered by Dhilvan Herath, emerged champion of the Men's Open Doubles event with an easy win against Dumindu Dilum and Chehan Fernando in the final played at

1 min

Navindu, Charya guide Galle Zone 1 to massive win

Half centuries by Navindu Pramod and Charya Paranavithana paved the way for Galle Zone 1 to record a massive 172-run win over Hambantota in their Under-19 Sri Lanka Youth League

1 min

Over 3,000 athletes for junior nationals

Sri Lanka Athletic (SLA) will accept entries for the junior national athletic championships until June 4.

1 min

Sri Lanka bow out of SAFF U-19 Tourney

The Sri Lanka junior football team failed to advance to the second round of the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Cup Under-19 Football Tournament 2025 after losing both games by huge margins.

1 min

MURAJUDEEN OUT; WARNAKULASOORIYA, JAYATHISSA ADD TO SL'S MEDAL TALLY

Sri Lanka enjoyed mixed fortunes on the second day of the ASBC Asian Under-22 and Youth Boxing Championships, winning two while losing three quarter-final bouts at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium in Colombo yesterday.