Tuesday, August 19, 2025

TOP STORY

“Operation Sindoor”: IAF Chief Reveals 5 Pakistani Fighter Jets and 1 Intel Aircraft Destroyed

The Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully engaged and took down six Pakistan Air Force aircraft, including five fighter jets and one large aircraft, during Operation Sindoor in May, Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh announced on Saturday (August 9, 2025).

Puttalam Ilmenite Mining Operation Halted by Valana Anti-Corruption Unit!

The Valana Anti-Corruption Strike Force has seized machinery worth millions of rupees belonging to a local company that was illegally mining ilmenite in a highly sensitive, archaeologically valuable area adjacent to the Puttalam Cement Factory.

Local Councils Face Salary Crisis as Government Halts Employee Reimbursements

A number of opposition-controlled, low-income local government bodies are facing a severe crisis in paying employee salaries due to the government's decision to cease employee salary reimbursements.

Bomb Scare Near President’s Hotel in Anuradhapura

A bomb scare gripped Anuradhapura today after an emergency call reported a suspicious device near a hotel frequently used by the President during his visits to the area. Police confirmed the discovery of an explosive device resembling a hand grenade outside a house near the Premier Inn hotel in Perimiyankulama, Anuradhapura.

Is Waruna Rajapaksha Eyeing a Crossover? Doubts Emerge as SJB Organizer Joins UNP-Affiliated Event

COLOMBO: Reports indicate that Waruna Rajapaksha, the Samagi Jana...

Government Bodies Under Fire for Denying Right to Information Requests

Presidential, Prime Ministerial, and Speaker's Offices, along with the Parliament and other government institutions, are reportedly failing to properly provide information in response to requests made by citizens under the Right to Information (RTI) Act.

SLPP Appoints 17 New Organizers, Milinda Among Them!

Seventeen new electoral organizers were appointed for the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) today in Colombo. The appointments were made under the patronage of SLPP National Organizer and Member of Parliament, Namal Rajapaksa.

TikTok Pledges Support for Digital Education in Sri Lanka

A delegation from TikTok Sri Lanka met with the Secretary to the Prime Minister last week (16) to discuss the platform's potential role in advancing digital education and economic opportunities in the country, moving beyond its traditional entertainment focus.

Top 5 This Week

Puttalam Ilmenite Mining Operation Halted by Valana Anti-Corruption Unit!

The Valana Anti-Corruption Strike Force has seized machinery worth millions of rupees belonging to a local company that was illegally mining ilmenite in a highly sensitive, archaeologically valuable area adjacent to the Puttalam Cement Factory.

Local Councils Face Salary Crisis as Government Halts Employee Reimbursements

A number of opposition-controlled, low-income local government bodies are facing a severe crisis in paying employee salaries due to the government's decision to cease employee salary reimbursements.

Bomb Scare Near President’s Hotel in Anuradhapura

A bomb scare gripped Anuradhapura today after an emergency call reported a suspicious device near a hotel frequently used by the President during his visits to the area. Police confirmed the discovery of an explosive device resembling a hand grenade outside a house near the Premier Inn hotel in Perimiyankulama, Anuradhapura.

Latest NEWS

Local

Bomb Scare Near President’s Hotel in Anuradhapura

A bomb scare gripped Anuradhapura today after an emergency call reported a suspicious device near a hotel frequently used by the President during his visits to the area. Police confirmed the discovery of an explosive device resembling a hand grenade outside a house near the Premier Inn hotel in Perimiyankulama, Anuradhapura.

Business

Politics

Don't Miss

features

Sports

Ranathunga and Herath Crowned Champions at 41st MBA Novices Badminton Championship

Sasidu Ranathunga of John Keells Holdings and Yasasri Herath of IFS emerged victorious in the Men's and Women's Open Singles categories at the 41st MBA Novices Badminton Championship 2025, held at the MBA Indoor Courts in Colombo from March 22nd to 30th.

Boxing Legend George Foreman Dies at 76

Former heavyweight champion George Foreman, known for his remarkable career and iconic grill, has passed away at the age of 76.

Sri Lankan Junior Golfers to Compete in Robert Rock Junior Masters

Sri Lanka's burgeoning reputation in the global golfing arena is set to reach new heights as two of its most promising junior golfers, Reshan Algama and Kaya Daluwatte, prepare to participate in the prestigious Robert Rock Junior Masters. This esteemed tournament, scheduled from April 1st to 3rd at the renowned Al Hamra Golf Club in the United Arab Emirates, is a pivotal platform for showcasing emerging talent in the world of golf.