Latest News
‘Sinha ley’ graffitied in front of Muslim homes (pics)
Monday, 04 January 2016 19:44The attention of several sectors has been drawn to the words ‘sinha ley’ (lion’s blood) being graffitied on gates and parapet walls of Muslim homes in Nugegoda and its vicinity.
Pledge to bring prosperity never seen before
Monday, 04 January 2016 19:49“We pledge to bring prosperity never seen before, to Sri Lanka. The critical voices will soon join us to see it through – undoubtedly. That prosperity is for Colombo, as it is for Trincomalee. It is for Hambantota as well as for Jaffna. Let us unite as one to see that vision come to pass,” said prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.
Nalaka Godahewa further remanded
Monday, 04 January 2016 15:56The Colombo Additional Magistrate today (04) ordered to further hold former SEC Chairman Dr. Nalaka Godahewa and two others in remand custody January 11.
HRCSL urges President to abolish death penalty
Monday, 04 January 2016 15:47The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka has forwarded a letter to the President recommending the abolition of the death penalty in Sri Lanka.
Dematagoda abduction : 8 re-remanded
Monday, 04 January 2016 15:20Eight suspects arrested over their alleged involvement in the Dematagoda youth abduction incident, were ordered to be further remanded until January 06 by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (04).
Elevated highways in Colombo
Monday, 04 January 2016 15:15Cabinet approval has been granted to build several flyovers and elevated highways connecting Colombo Fort and several suburban areas with heavy traffic, reports say.
Courses for A/L failed students - minister
Monday, 04 January 2016 14:27The Ministry of Skills Development and Vocational Training says that they are prepared to accept students for courses even if the students have failed their GCE A/Ls.
Sinharaja forest under threat
Monday, 04 January 2016 12:21The Sinharaja forest reserve is threatened by timber rackets and other illegal human activities, reports say.