SLFP says no decision on forming alliance to govern LG bodies

Notorious Sri Lankan drug dealer and wife sentenced to 8-years in jail

Notorious Sri Lankan drug kingpin Samantha Kumara alias ?Wele Suda? and his wife have been sentenced to 8-years in jail. They were sentenced after being found guilty by the Colombo High Court under the Money Laundering Act, for amassing illegal assets through drug dealings. Another woman was also sentenced together with Wele Suda and his wife. All the assets acquired through drug dealings have also been ordered to be confiscated. (Colombo Gazette)

15 Jan, 2025

Perera century secures Sri Lanka consolation win in NZ

Top-order batsman Kusal Perera smashed 101 off 46 balls to set up Sri Lanka’s consolation seven-run victory in the final T20 International against New Zealand, who won the three-match series 2-1 in Nelson. Perera reached his 100 in 44 balls to power Sri Lanka to a commanding 5-218, with skipper Charith Asalanka (46) chipping in with a 24-ball cameo. New Zealand wicketkeeper Mitchell Hay took a stunning catch to dismiss Pathum Nissanka after the Sri Lankan opener had top-edged Matt Henry. Hay

02 Jan, 2025

Sri Lanka celebrates traditional Thai Pongal festival

Sri Lanka, on Tuesday, celebrated the traditional Thai Pongal festival across the country. The festival, a celebration of the harvest, was observed at the Prime Minister?s Office under the auspices of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasooriya. The event highlighted the rich cultural heritage of Thai Pongal, with traditional rituals such as the preparation of Pongal rice. The celebration also featured dance and singing performances by officials from the Prime Minister?s Office. Minister of Fishe

14 Jan, 2025