- July 8, 20250 CommentNo-Show Narcotics Consignees: A Gaping Loophole in Courier ScreeningReader’s point of view : COLOMBO : It was recently reported that narcotics worth over Rs. 60 million—shipped via international express courier services—are lying unclaimed at Colombo Cargo Express. These parcels, originating from countries like the USA, Canada, and Malaysia, were addressed to local recipients using fake identities and false addresses. This raises serious questions...Local
- July 8, 20250 CommentNishantha Jayaweera replaces Harshana Sooriyapperuma in parliamentCOLOMBO : The Election Commission of Sri Lanka has issued a Gazette notification confirming that Ushettige Don Nishantha Jayaweera has been elected as a Member of Parliament through the National List of the National People’s Power (NPP). This appointment has been made to fill the parliamentary vacancy created by the recent resignation of Harshana Sooriyapperuma,...Local
- July 8, 20250 CommentHindi Language Learning Programme launched at KDUCOLOMBO– In a significant step toward strengthening educational and cultural ties between India and Sri Lanka, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) launched a Hindi Language Learning Programme today in collaboration with Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, the cultural arm of the High Commission of India, Colombo. The event was graced by the presence of...Local
- July 8, 20250 CommentWesley whap Ananda; continues unbeaten runCOLOMBO : Wesley College showcased a powerful performance against Ananda College, clinching a 43–11 victory at Havelock Park to remain unbeaten after five weeks of exciting action in Group 1A. They conclude the first round strongly as they head into the all-important Cup Championship race alongside Trinity, S. Thomas’, Isipathana, Royal, and St. Peter’s. Wesley...Sports
- July 7, 20250 CommentPhilanthropist from Kuwait builds a two storeyed building at Irfan Central College,PolgahawelaASHRAFF A SAMADPOLGAHAWELA : A two storeyed building with 8 class rooms constructed with the financial Assistance from donor in the Kuwait was opened at AL Irfan Central College, Polgahawela, Kurunegala,on Sunday, July 6/ The opening ceremony was held with the participation of the members from School societies and parents. The events took place under...Education