Three suspects of Justice Illanchelian shooting case bailed
Three suspects, who were remanded in connection with the shooting incident in Nallur targeting Jaffna District Court Judge M. Illanchelian, have been granted bail. MORE..
- Islamic nations have shown unconditional support for SL PM
- Transfer of OIC NIshantha Silva cancelled
- MPs Not Protected by Privilege; Impunity Must be Addressed TISL
- Philosophy of Prophet needed today as we face severe conspiracy Ranil
- Lawyers to take action against behavior of MPs
- One dead, five injured in road accidents
- Three suspects of Justice Illanchelian shooting case bailed
- Tumblr removed from Apples App Store over child pornography
- PNF tells James Dauris to stay out of internal affairs of SL
- Lankan asylum seeker compensated £20,000 for unlawful detention
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Lankan asylum seeker compensated £20,000 for unlawful detention
A Sri Lankan asylum seeker who says he was tortured in his home country has been awarded nearly £20,000 in damages from the Home Office for his unlawful detention. MORE..
PNF tells James Dauris to stay out of internal affairs of SL
A letter from Professionals National Front (PNF), signed by Dr. Anuruddha Padeniya, has been sent to the British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, James Dauris. MORE..
One dead, five injured in road accidents
A motor accident on the Mahiyangana-Kandy highway, this morning (20), has injured five persons, according to Hasalaka Police. MORE..
Lawyers to take action against behavior of MPs
Attorney-at-Law Sunil Watagala says that lawyers will lodge a complaint at the Inspector General of Police (IGP) against the behavior of representatives at the parliament. MORE..
Philosophy of Prophet needed today as we face severe conspiracy Ranil
Leader of the United National Party (UNP) Ranil Wickremesinghe adding his wishes to the Milad-Un-Nabi said that, the righteousness of Muhamed Nabi brought a fair government to the people. MORE..
MPs Not Protected by Privilege; Impunity Must be Addressed TISL
Transparency International Sri Lanka states that they have observed with shock and dismay, the behavior of Members of Parliament over the past week and that they wish to highlight that in law, parliamentary privileges are not a cloak for criminal behavior. MORE..
Transfer of OIC NIshantha Silva cancelled
The transfer of OIC Nishantha Silva of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), who had been handling several major investigations, has been cancelled, stated a senior CID official when inquired by Ada Derana. MORE..
Islamic nations have shown unconditional support for SL PM
Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, adding his wishes for the Milad-Un-Nabi, has expressed his gratitude to Islamic nations of the world for their unconditional support to Sri Lanka in the international arena. MORE..
Ruling party members will be nominated for Select Committee Vasudeva
A special meeting of the ruling party MPs has been held last night (19), chaired by President Maithripala Sirisena. MORE..
Prophets teachings exemplary in an era of hatred and conflict President
President Maithripala Sirisena in his wish for Milad-Un-Nabi or the Prophets Birthday says that, the vision of Nabi on universal love for all beings will guide us all daily. MORE..
Gold pendants worth over Rs 3.9 mn seized at BIA
Three persons have been arrested by the Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) over an attempt to smuggle in gold jewelry. MORE..
Intelligence warned of sabotage plans on parliamentary session Speaker
Office of the Speaker, issuing a media communique, stated that a report is called on bringing weapons inside the parliament, misuse of Speakers chair and chilli powder attacks. MORE..
Assistance of science, technology and research essential for development President
President Maithripala Sirisena says the government needs more assistance from the fields of science, technology and research to resolve the economic and development issues of the country. MORE..
CID OIC Nishantha Silva transferred
OIC Nishantha Silva of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), who had been handling several major investigations, has been transferred from CID since yesterday (18), stated Police Media Spokesperson. MORE..
UNP MPs handover motion to Parliamentary Secretary General
Several UNP Parliamentarians have handed over a resolution to the Secretary General of the Parliament stating that the Secretary to the Prime Minister has no authority to approve any expenditure drawn from the funds of the state. MORE..
PNF tells James Dauris to stay out of internal affairs of SL
A letter from Professionals National Front (PNF), signed by Dr. Anuruddha Padeniya, has been sent to the British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, James Dauris. MORE..
One dead, five injured in road accidents
A motor accident on the Mahiyangana-Kandy highway, this morning (20), has injured five persons, according to Hasalaka Police. MORE..
Lawyers to take action against behavior of MPs
Attorney-at-Law Sunil Watagala says that lawyers will lodge a complaint at the Inspector General of Police (IGP) against the behavior of representatives at the parliament. MORE..
Philosophy of Prophet needed today as we face severe conspiracy Ranil
Leader of the United National Party (UNP) Ranil Wickremesinghe adding his wishes to the Milad-Un-Nabi said that, the righteousness of Muhamed Nabi brought a fair government to the people. MORE..
MPs Not Protected by Privilege; Impunity Must be Addressed TISL
Transparency International Sri Lanka states that they have observed with shock and dismay, the behavior of Members of Parliament over the past week and that they wish to highlight that in law, parliamentary privileges are not a cloak for criminal behavior. MORE..
Transfer of OIC NIshantha Silva cancelled
The transfer of OIC Nishantha Silva of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), who had been handling several major investigations, has been cancelled, stated a senior CID official when inquired by Ada Derana. MORE..
Islamic nations have shown unconditional support for SL PM
Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, adding his wishes for the Milad-Un-Nabi, has expressed his gratitude to Islamic nations of the world for their unconditional support to Sri Lanka in the international arena. MORE..
Ruling party members will be nominated for Select Committee Vasudeva
A special meeting of the ruling party MPs has been held last night (19), chaired by President Maithripala Sirisena. MORE..
Prophets teachings exemplary in an era of hatred and conflict President
President Maithripala Sirisena in his wish for Milad-Un-Nabi or the Prophets Birthday says that, the vision of Nabi on universal love for all beings will guide us all daily. MORE..
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Akila Dananjaya heads to Brisbane for suspect bowling action trials
Sri Lanka spinner Akila Dananjaya will on Tuesday fly to Australia to be assessed by specialists for a suspect bowling action, Sri Lanka Cricket today said, with the uncapped Nishan Peiris added to the home teams squad for the third Test versus England at the SSC. MORE..
England wrap up series victory in second Test
The mercurial Moeen Ali, world-class all-rounder one day, wayward talent the next, yet a rock-solid team man every day of the week, took the vital wickets on the final morning to enable his side to win the most beguiling of Test matches. MORE..
England set Sri Lanka 301 to win 2nd Test
England have been dismissed for 346 in the first session on Saturdays fourth day, setting Sri Lanka 301 for victory in the second Test in Pallekele. MORE..
Sri Lanka all out for 336 in first innings
Roshen Silva hit a resolute 85 to frustrate England and give Sri Lanka a lead of 46 on day two of an evenly poised second Test in Pallekele. MORE..
England all out for 285 in first innings
England were all out for 285 in their first innings on the opening day of the second test against Sri Lanka in Pallekele on Wednesday. MORE..
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Tumblr removed from Apples App Store over child pornography
Tumblr says that child pornography was the reason for its apps sudden disappearance from the iOS App Store. MORE..
Chinas Xinhua agency unveils AI news presenter
Chinas Xinhua agency unveils AI news presenter
Chinas state news agency has unveiled a virtual newsreader sporting a sharp suit and a somewhat robotic voice. MORE..
Sri Lanka provides cheapest broadband in Asia, coming in second globally
Sri Lanka provides cheapest broadband in Asia, coming in second globally
A survey conducted by Cable.co.uk has revealed that Sri Lanka provides the cheapest fixed broadband in Asia while only coming in second globally. MORE..
Uber to resume self-driving car testing after fatal accident in March
Uber to resume self-driving car testing after fatal accident in March
Uber is seeking permission from the state of Pennsylvania to resume testing its self-driving cars on public roads more than seven months after a fatal crash in Tempe, Arizona. MORE..
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Entertainment
Marvel Comics legend Stan Lee dead at 95
Marvel legend Stan Lee, who revolutionised pop culture as the co-creator of iconic superheroes like Spider-Man and The Hulk who now dominate the worlds movie screens, has died. He was 95 years old. MORE..
Tom Hiddleston to return as Loki in new TV series
Tom Hiddleston to return as Loki in new TV series
Tom Hiddleston will be reprising his role as the god of mischief in a new Marvel TV series based on Loki. MORE..
Spice Girls reunite without Posh for 2019 UK tour
Spice Girls reunite without Posh for 2019 UK tour
The Spice Girls have announced their first tour for a decade, with six UK stadium dates in June next year. MORE..
Alec Baldwin arrested, charged with assault in New York
Alec Baldwin arrested, charged with assault in New York
Actor Alec Baldwin was arrested and charged with assault and harassment Friday following a dispute over a parking spot, according to New York police. MORE..
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