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At least 3 dead after explosion at LA County Sheriff’s Department training facility
At least 3 dead after explosion at LA County Sheriff’s Department training facility
At least three people have died in an explosion at a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s training facility on Friday morning, according to US Attorney General Pam Bondi. MORE..
Motorcycle used in Dehiwala shooting found abandoned
Motorcycle used in Dehiwala shooting found abandoned
The motorcycle suspected to have been used in the Dehiwala shooting incident this morning (18) has been found abandoned on the roadside in front of a temple on the Piliyandala alternative road. MORE..
Bangladesh Bank honours Sri Lankan bankers for foiling 2016 cyber heist
Bangladesh Bank honours Sri Lankan bankers for foiling 2016 cyber heist
Bangladesh’s central bank (Bangladesh Bank) hosted a special award ceremony to formally recognise officials from Sri Lanka’s Pan Asia Banking Corporation PLC (PABC) for their role in preventing a US$20 million fraudulent transaction during the infamous 2016 Bangladesh Bank reserve heist incident. MORE..
EU warns of ‘grant scam’ targeting young Sri Lankan entrepreneurs
EU warns of ‘grant scam’ targeting young Sri Lankan entrepreneurs
The European Union in Sri Lanka and the Maldives has issued an alert warning of a scam by an individual impersonating an official from the European Union (EU), claiming to provide grants or funds, in particular to young entrepreneurs. MORE..
Air India cockpit recording suggests captain cut fuel to engines before crash, source says
Air India cockpit recording suggests captain cut fuel to engines before crash, source says
A cockpit recording of dialogue between the two pilots of the Air India flight that crashed last month supports the view that the captain cut the flow of fuel to the plane’s engines, said a source briefed on U.S. officials’ early assessment of evidence. MORE..
Rajitha’s anticipatory bail application rejected
Rajitha’s anticipatory bail application rejected
An anticipatory bail application filed by former Minister Rajitha Senaratne, seeking his release on anticipatory bail before he is arrested by the Bribery Commission, was on Friday rejected by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank imposes new caps on vehicle loan ratios
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank imposes new caps on vehicle loan ratios
In a decisive move to strengthen macroprudential policy and mitigate systemic financial risks, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), acting as the Macroprudential Authority, has issued new Directions to licensed financial institutions to impose maximum caps on loan-to-value (LTV) ratios for vehicle-related credit facilities. MORE..
Tea traders call for legal action against low-quality production practices
Tea traders call for legal action against low-quality production practices
A meeting was held yesterday (17) at the Presidential Secretariat between the Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, and officials from institutions related to the tea industry. MORE..
Sri Lanka to hold virtual talks with US Trade Representative on tariff reduction
Sri Lanka to hold virtual talks with US Trade Representative on tariff reduction
The Ministry of Finance has initiated ongoing discussions aimed at reducing the trade tariffs proposed to be imposed by the United States on exports from Sri Lanka. MORE..
One injured in shooting near Dehiwala railway station
One injured in shooting near Dehiwala railway station
A shooting incident has been reported near the Dehiwala Railway Station, a short while ago, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Former Minister S.M. Chandrasena further remanded
Former Minister S.M. Chandrasena further remanded
Former Minister S.M. Chandrasena has been further remanded until August 01 after being produced before the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
MP Dayasiri Jayasekara appears before CID
MP Dayasiri Jayasekara appears before CID
MP Dayasiri Jayasekara has appeared before the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) this morning (July 18), said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
US designates Pakistani group’s offshoot as ‘terrorist’ organization over Kashmir attack
US designates Pakistani group’s offshoot as ‘terrorist’ organization over Kashmir attack
The U.S. government designated The Resistance Front, considered an offshoot of the Pakistani extremist group Lashkar-e-Taiba, as a “foreign terrorist organization” over the April 22 Islamist militant attack in India-administered Kashmir that killed 26 people, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday. MORE..
‘Red’ warning issued for strong winds and rough seas
‘Red’ warning issued for strong winds and rough seas
A ‘Red’ warning has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for strong winds and rough seas in the areas extending from Puttalam to Pottuvil via Colombo, Galle, and Hambantota. MORE..
Wild elephant killed in train collision at Gallella
Wild elephant killed in train collision at Gallella
A wild elephant was killed early this morning (18) after being struck by a train traveling from Colombo to Batticaloa. MORE..
Night-time tourist access to be introduced at Nine Arch Bridge
Night-time tourist access to be introduced at Nine Arch Bridge
The Railway Department, in collaboration with the Central Cultural Fund (CCF), has launched a new initiative aimed at increasing the appeal of the Nine Arch Bridge in Ella and its surrounding areas to both local and international tourists. MORE..
“We cannot do this by dividing; we must all come together” – PM on education reforms
“We cannot do this by dividing; we must all come together” – PM on education reforms
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that open discussions, suggestions, and criticisms based on factual information concerning the new education reforms are of great importance. MORE..
White House says Trump diagnosed with vein condition after questions about bruises
White House says Trump diagnosed with vein condition after questions about bruises
Donald Trump is suffering from a chronic vein condition, the White House announced on Thursday, after days of speculation regarding photographs showing bruising on the US president’s hand. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50 mm likely in some areas
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50 mm likely in some areas
Showers will occur at times in the Sabaragamuwa province and in the Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Galle and Matara districts today (18), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Teenager escapes attempted kidnapping in Kahathuduwa
Teenager escapes attempted kidnapping in Kahathuduwa
A 15-year-old boy has escaped an attempted kidnapping in Kahathuduwa. MORE..
Bangladesh police arrest 20 after deadly clashes in ousted premier’s hometown
Bangladesh police arrest 20 after deadly clashes in ousted premier’s hometown
Bangladesh police said on Thursday (Jul 17) they had arrested 20 people, a day after clashes between supporters of ousted premier Sheikh Hasina and security personnel killed at least four people. MORE..
Will take necessary action for the advancement of national, religious and social development: President
Will take necessary action for the advancement of national, religious and social development: President
Will never hesitate to take necessary action for the advancement of national, religious and social development, stated President Anura Kumara Dissanayake while meeting the Maha Sangha in Kandy. MORE..
Pope expresses sadness after Israeli strike on Gaza church kills three
Pope expresses sadness after Israeli strike on Gaza church kills three
Pope Leo XIV has renewed his call for a Gaza ceasefire after three people sheltering in the Catholic church in Gaza City were killed in an Israeli strike. MORE..
AI to record Hansard reports and minutes of Parliament committee meetings?
AI to record Hansard reports and minutes of Parliament committee meetings?
A pilot test of a secure AI platform to modernize the system of preparing Hansard reports and minutes of committee meetings in Parliament has been conducted during a meeting of the Committee on Public Finance. MORE..
Newborn found abandoned in paddy field in Paragahadeniya
Newborn found abandoned in paddy field in Paragahadeniya
A newborn has been found abandoned in a paddy field in Paragahadeniya, Mawathagama earlier today, police stated. MORE..