Sri Lanka’s first female TV presenter no more

An icon of Sri Lankan radio and television and veteran journalist with a long standing career spanning 42 years, Sumana Nellampitiya has passed away today morning at the age of 80.

Dhammika Perera says not contesting election due to ’personal reasons’

Businessman Dhammika Perera set to contest the Presidential election from the SLPP, has cited ’personal reasons’ for his decision not to contest the election.

Gangaramaya “Podi Hamuduruwo” no more

Chief Incumbent of Gangaramaya temple Ven. Galaboda Gnanissara Thero, known as “Podi Hamuduruwo”, has passed away, today.

Senior DIG Pathinayake appointed to oversee Police Administration

Three more candidates submit deposits to contest upcoming Presidential polls

Former MP K.K. Piyadasa submitted his deposit to the Election Commission today (1), as an independent candidate for the Presidential election set for September 21.

Dayasiri faction to support Sajith

A faction of the SLFP, led by Dayasiri Jayasekara today decided to extend support to the SJB candidate, Sajith Premadasa at the upcoming Presidential election.