Postal Trade Unions vow to expand strike action, as mail piles up
Postal trade unions are planning to widen their strike action, by seeking support of other sectors including teachers health workers.
By T.K.G Kapila
SL Aviation unit on UN mission in Central Africa commended
The Sri Lanka Aviation Unit in Bria, serving under the United Nations mandate in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), has received high praise and official commendation for the successful execution of a high-risk Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC) mission on 14 June 2025.
Health workers stage protest near national hospital
Health workers staged a protest outside the National Hospital today over a string of demands including a demand to recruit more staff.
by Akila Jayawardene
MP Archchuna wants finger print time recording implemented in Parliament
Member of Parliament (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna today called the government to implement the finger print time recording law to Members of Parliament.
Former IGP Deshabandu arrested
Former IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon was arrested by the CID at his Mirihana residence in over the investigation into the assault that took place at the 'Aragalaya' protest at Galle Face in 2022.
England to tour Sri Lanka ahead of T20 World Cup 2026
England's men's side will tour Sri Lanka for a white-ball series in early 2026, ahead of the T20 World Cup. Confirming the development, the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced the itinerary for the tour comprising of three ODIs and three T20Is.
The tour will begin with the 50-over format with games scheduled on January 22, January 24 and January 27. The T20Is will then follow on January 30, February 1 and February 3. Venues for the matches are as yet undecided.
Former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte passed away today while receiving treatment at a private hospital in Colombo, his family said. He was 57. Recently, he was admitted to hospital following an illness.
Among the top news stories reported today were the passing away of former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte, questioning of NPP Leader Wimal Weerawansa by the CID over the remarks he made about the Easter Sunday attack investigations and a protest march held in Borella calling an end to Israel’s continued bombardment of Gaza.
Two persons reportedly involved in the murder of a resident in Peradeniya following a dispute over a chocolate worth 10 cents has been remanded by the Magistrate when Peradeniya Police produced them in court.
Hundreds of local and foreign tourists have been taken for a ride with Artificial intelligence (AI) generated images that the Nine Arch Bridge has been illuminated, encouraging night time visitors.
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