Gambling Regulatory Authority Bill passed with amendments
The Gambling Regulatory Authority Bill was passed in Parliament with amendments a short while ago. MORE..
- Man injured in Peliyagoda shooting succumbs
- Postal unions to continue strike action despite successful discussion at Presidential Secretariat
- Former NLB Director Thusitha Halloluwa remanded
- S&P SL20 crosses 6,000 for first time ever
- Thailand turning to Sri Lankan workers to cope with Cambodian exodus, official says
- Faiszer calls for stringent mechanisms to prevent ‘online gambling’ addiction
- Gambling Regulatory Authority Bill passed with amendments
- Details of UK’s liberalised trade rules for Sri Lankan garment sector released
- Trump says Putin may not want to make a deal on Ukraine
- Sri Lanka needs new narrative on youth, says PM Harini
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Sri Lanka needs new narrative on youth, says PM Harini
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said that, for the first time in Sri Lanka’s history, women’s representation in the Youth Club National Youth Conference has increased, and she emphasized that the country needs a new narrative about youth. MORE..
Trump says Putin may not want to make a deal on Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he hoped Russia’s Vladimir Putin would move forward on ending the war in Ukraine but conceded that the Kremlin leader may not want to make a deal at all, adding this would create a “rough situation” for Putin. MORE..
Details of UK’s liberalised trade rules for Sri Lankan garment sector released
Sri Lankan garment manufacturers will gain unprecedented access to UK markets under liberalised trade rules taking effect in early 2026, according to the British High Commission in Colombo. MORE..
Faiszer calls for stringent mechanisms to prevent ‘online gambling’ addiction
New Democratic Front (NDF) Member of Parliament Faiszer Musthapha has urged the government to introduce stringent mechanisms to regulate online gambling in order to prevent Sri Lankans from getting addicted to this new gambling trend. MORE..
Thailand turning to Sri Lankan workers to cope with Cambodian exodus, official says
Thailand’s cabinet has approved the hiring of 10,000 Sri Lankan workers as it tries to address a labour shortage caused by Cambodian workers returning home in the wake of a deadly border conflict between the two countries, a Thai senior official said on Tuesday. MORE..
S&P SL20 crosses 6,000 for first time ever
The S&P SL20 index of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), which measures the performance of 20 of the largest and most liquid Sri Lankan companies, has crossed the 6,000 points mark for the first time today (19). MORE..
Former NLB Director Thusitha Halloluwa remanded
Former Executive Director of the National Lotteries Board (NLB), Thusitha Halloluwa, has been remanded until August 28 by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Postal unions to continue strike action despite successful discussion at Presidential Secretariat
Postal unions have announced that the strike action launched on Sunday (17), will continue despite successful discussions held at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Man injured in Peliyagoda shooting succumbs
An individual who was injured in a shooting incident in Peliyagoda earlier today (19), has succumbed to his injuries. MORE..
Ten suspects linked to criminal activities arrested with weapons in Gampaha
A group of individuals connected to drug and organized crime networks in the Gampaha District have been arrested along with firearms, police stated. MORE..
‘Only CBSL can print money’ - Minister denies claims by various factions
Deputy Minister of Economic Development Anil Jayantha has reiterated in Parliament that the government has not printed money as claimed by various factions. MORE..
Former State Minister Shasheendra Rajapaksa further remanded
Former State Minister Shasheendra Rajapaksa has been further remanded by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Petition filed by Rajitha Senaratne seeking suspension of arrest warrant rejected
The petition filed by former Minister Rajitha Senaratne, seeking a temporary suspension of the warrant issued for his arrest in connection with an investigation conducted by the Bribery Commission, has been rejected. MORE..
Govt to seek bids to reopen Elephant Pass – North Saltern under PPP model
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to a cabinet paper presented to call for bidders at international level to reopen the Kurunchathivu (Elephant Pass – North) Saltern under a Public – Private Partnership methodology. MORE..
Cabinet approves financial assistance for youth leaving institutional care
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to a joint proposal to provide financial assistance to selected groups of young people based on specified criteria. MORE..
Trump says Putin may not want to make a deal on Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he hoped Russia’s Vladimir Putin would move forward on ending the war in Ukraine but conceded that the Kremlin leader may not want to make a deal at all, adding this would create a “rough situation” for Putin. MORE..
Details of UK’s liberalised trade rules for Sri Lankan garment sector released
Sri Lankan garment manufacturers will gain unprecedented access to UK markets under liberalised trade rules taking effect in early 2026, according to the British High Commission in Colombo. MORE..
Faiszer calls for stringent mechanisms to prevent ‘online gambling’ addiction
New Democratic Front (NDF) Member of Parliament Faiszer Musthapha has urged the government to introduce stringent mechanisms to regulate online gambling in order to prevent Sri Lankans from getting addicted to this new gambling trend. MORE..
Thailand turning to Sri Lankan workers to cope with Cambodian exodus, official says
Thailand’s cabinet has approved the hiring of 10,000 Sri Lankan workers as it tries to address a labour shortage caused by Cambodian workers returning home in the wake of a deadly border conflict between the two countries, a Thai senior official said on Tuesday. MORE..
S&P SL20 crosses 6,000 for first time ever
The S&P SL20 index of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), which measures the performance of 20 of the largest and most liquid Sri Lankan companies, has crossed the 6,000 points mark for the first time today (19). MORE..
Former NLB Director Thusitha Halloluwa remanded
Former Executive Director of the National Lotteries Board (NLB), Thusitha Halloluwa, has been remanded until August 28 by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Postal unions to continue strike action despite successful discussion at Presidential Secretariat
Postal unions have announced that the strike action launched on Sunday (17), will continue despite successful discussions held at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Man injured in Peliyagoda shooting succumbs
An individual who was injured in a shooting incident in Peliyagoda earlier today (19), has succumbed to his injuries. MORE..
Ten suspects linked to criminal activities arrested with weapons in Gampaha
A group of individuals connected to drug and organized crime networks in the Gampaha District have been arrested along with firearms, police stated. MORE..
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Technology
OpenAI rolls out cheapest ChatGPT plan at US$4.6 in India to chase growth
ChatGPT maker OpenAI on Tuesday launched ChatGPT Go, a new India-only subscription plan priced at 399 rupees (US$4.57) per month, its most affordable offering yet, as the company looks to deepen its presence in its second-largest market. MORE..
‘Skibidi’ and ‘tradwife’ among words added to Cambridge Dictionary
‘Skibidi’ and ‘tradwife’ among words added to Cambridge Dictionary
“Skibidi”, “tradwife” and other slang terms popularised on social media are among thousands of new words to be added to the Cambridge Dictionary this year. MORE..
Apple reportedly developing new operating system for future smart devices
Apple reportedly developing new operating system for future smart devices
Apple is reportedly working on a completely new operating system codenamed ‘Charismatic’. MORE..
Publishers issue warning on AI-created books imitating sports autobiographies
Publishers issue warning on AI-created books imitating sports autobiographies
The publishing industry has warned that books created by artificial intelligence - often imitating autobiographies - are a growing concern, and called on retailers to issue clearer warnings to consumers. MORE..
Entertainment
‘Call of Duty’ to fire starting gun at Gamescom trade show
Mega-selling first-person shooter franchise “Call of Duty” will blow open the Gamescom video games trade fair Tuesday, headlining a wave of new releases as the industry weathers a rough patch. MORE..
Coolie Box Office Collection: Rajinikanth’s film set to cross INR 2 billion in India
Coolie Box Office Collection: Rajinikanth’s film set to cross INR 2 billion in India
Superstar Rajinikanth’s Coolie is roaring at the box office in India, according to latest figures. MORE..
Oscar-nominated British actor Terence Stamp dies aged 87
Oscar-nominated British actor Terence Stamp dies aged 87
Terence Stamp, who made his name as an actor in 1960s London and went on to play the arch-villain General Zod in the Hollywood hits “Superman” and “Superman II”, has died aged 87, his family said on Sunday. MORE..
Tom Cruise turns down Trump’s invite for Kennedy Center Honor: report
Tom Cruise turns down Trump’s invite for Kennedy Center Honor: report
Actor Tom Cruise has turned down President Donald Trump’s invitation to the 48th Kennedy Center Honors, according to a new report. MORE..
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Sports
Malinga joins national team practices for Zimbabwe series
Lasith Malinga today joined the practice sessions of the National Men’s Squad as the team prepares for the upcoming Zimbabwe series, according to Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC). MORE..
India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad named
Defending champions India have announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup in the United Arab Emirates. MORE..
No Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan in Pakistan squad for Asia Cup
Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have not been selected in Pakistan’s T20I squad for the upcoming Asia Cup in the UAE. Fakhar Zaman, who suffered a hamstring injury in the West Indies, has recovered and is part of the side. MORE..
NOCSL conducts anti-doping awareness session for athletes heading to Asian Youth Games
The National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency and the Ministry of Sports launched the first official preparation initiative for Team Sri Lanka ahead of the 3rd Asian Youth Games Bahrain 2025. MORE..
Khamzat Chimaev crowned new UFC middleweight champion
Chechen-born wrestling specialist Khamzat Chimaev completely dominated Dricus du Plessis to win the UFC middleweight championship at UFC 319 on Saturday night, smothering the South African with his grappling. MORE..
