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Former CBSL governor Cabraal ordered to pay Rs. 1.84 billion compensation, released on conditions

Sri Lanka, Dec. 11 -- Former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal was released on conditions in connection with the Greek bond case, while the three other accused were released unconditionally b... Read More


New compensation package to convince relocation from landslide zones - Minister

Sri Lanka, Dec. 11 -- Claiming that people in landslide prone areas have been reluctant to move out as the compensation was not sufficient, Environment Minister Dhammika Patabedi said yesterday the go... Read More


Registrar General to issue death certificates for over 200 missing persons of Cyclone 'Ditwah'

Sri Lanka, Dec. 11 -- The Registrar General's Department said that death registration certificates will be issued for 203 individuals reported missing following the landslides and floods triggered by ... Read More


LGBTQ+ events to go ahead at World Cup game despite Egypt and Iran objections

Sri Lanka, Dec. 11 -- Plans to celebrate LGBTQ+ rights and freedoms in Seattle during the World Cup next summer will continue despite objections from the Egyptian and Iranian football federations over... Read More


Australia, UNFPA step in to protect women, girls after Ditwah

Sri Lanka, Dec. 11 -- Australia has partnered with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) to deliver urgent humanitarian assistance aimed at protecting women and girls affected by the widespread f... Read More


Lionel Messi in India: Full GOAT Tour Schedule, Ticket Information and Programme Details for Sri Lankan Fans

Sri Lanka, Dec. 11 -- Lionel Messi is set to visit India for a three day event called the GOAT Tour. The Argentine legend will be in the country on December 13, 14 and 15, travelling across four major... Read More


Two Sri Lankan-Origin Stars in Australia U19 World Cup Squad

Sri Lanka, Dec. 11 -- Australia has named its squad for the ICC U19 World Cup 2026, with Nitesh Samuel and Naden Cooray, both of Sri Lankan origin, earning call-ups after stellar performances at the U... Read More


U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Hooker to arrive today

Sri Lanka, Dec. 11 -- United States Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs, Allison Hooker will travel to Sri Lanka today (December 11). The US Embassy in Colombo said that Under Secretary H... Read More


Case against Rajitha, two others to be taken up on January 29

Sri Lanka, Dec. 11 -- Colombo High Court Judge Mohammed Mihal today ordered that the case filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) against former Fisheries ... Read More


AMS wants inquiry from Health Secretary over PSC appointment violation

Sri Lanka, Dec. 11 -- The Association of Medical Specialists (AMS) has called on the Secretary of the Ministry of Health to initiate an official inquiry into the incident at the Gampaha District Gener... Read More