Joint opposition hands over no-confidence motion on Parliament Secretary General

Police warn of crackdown on mass protest

The Police have warned that it will crackdown on the mass protest scheduled to be staged in Colombo today (Wednesday). According to reports, the Police have issued letters to the protest leaders today saying they have not been given permission to go ahead with the protest. The protesters are expected to stage a walk and gather near the Fort Railway Station this evening. The Police have stated that the protest could obstruct traffic and affect the business community in the area. Earlier, seve

02 Nov, 2022

Monk linked to businesswoman Thilini Priyamali remanded

A monk arrested over links to businesswoman Thilini Priyamali has been remanded until 16th November. The?Venerable Borella Sirisumana Thero was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) yesterday. The monk was produced in court today and remanded. Meanwhile, Thilini Priyamali, the owner of Thico Group of Companies (Pvt.) Ltd., and her business partner Isuru Bandara, have been ordered to be further remanded until 16th November. Twelve complaints have been received so far against

02 Nov, 2022

India and Sri Lanka discuss implementation of USD 15 million grant

India and Sri Lanka have had talks on the implementation of a USD 15 million grant for the promotion of Buddhist ties and functioning of the Jaffna Cultural Center (JCC). The Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Gopal Baglay held two separate meetings with Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Vidura Wickramanayaka on the implementation of the USD 15 million grant by the Government of India. Secretary, Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Somarathna Vid

02 Nov, 2022