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Govt details plans for state broadcasters

June 11 (NW) Key Cabinet decisions have been taken regarding state-owned broadcasters, Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC), Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation (SLRC), and Independent Television Network (ITN). Firstly, the Cabinet has approved the proposal for the SLBC and the SLRC to be maintained as separate state enterprises with their own identities. The govt states approval was granted at the Cabinet meeting more..

Piyumal crowned first Runner-Up at Manhunt International 2025

June 11 (AD) Piyumal Pattuwearachchi of SL was named First Runner-Up at the 23rd edition of Manhunt International, held today (10) in Bangkok, Thailand. Representing SL with distinction, Pattuwearachchi also secured the prestigious Swimwear Digital Winner title, further highlighting his exceptional presence and performance throughout the competition. The title of Manhunt International 2025 was awarded to the representative from France, Adonis Renaud, who emerged as more..

Police clarify security issued to Chabad Centres after protest

June 11 (NW) Sri Lanka Police have deployed round-the-clock security at Chabad Centres across the country in response to potential security threats. In a statement, the Police Media Division said the decision was made considering the security needs of the Chabad Houses, which provide accommodation and other services to Israeli nationals. Police added that security measures would be extended to any foreign national in Sri Lanka deemed to be under threat, following a formal threat assessment. more..

Security beefed up in KKS

June 11 (CT) A longstanding land dispute involving the recently constructed Thissa Viharaya temple in Thaiyattiya, Kankesanthurai, sparked renewed tensions yesterday, prompting a major security deployment to the area. The conflict centres on allegations by local Tamil villagers that the Buddhist temple was built illegally on their privately-owned lands without proper consultation or legal process. more..

Prez lands in Berlin to begin Germany visit

June 11 (NF) Prez Anura Kumara Dissanayake officially arrived in Berlin, marking the beginning of a three-day state visit to the Federal Republic of Germany at the invitation of German Prez Frank-Walter Steinmeier. The Prez landed at Berlin Brandenburg International Airport, where he was warmly received by German officials and members of the SL diplomatic mission. Prez Dissanayake is scheduled to hold high-level discussions with President Steinmeier and key members of more..

Call for collaborative efforts to build stronger diving industry

June 11 (DN) The critical need for collaborative efforts to build a stronger and more sustainable diving industry in the Indian Ocean region was emphasized by Prahlad Kakar, President of Indian Ocean Divers Association (IODA) addressing the IODA Ocean Summit held in Colombo recently. He highlighted the value of regional cooperation in unlocking the full potential of marine tourism and environmental stewardship, in his keynote address. Kakar said the presence here in their first more..

Fmr. Presidents’ dissatisfaction: Prez Secretariat defends Govt events’ protocol

June 11 (TM) In the wake of reported dissatisfaction among former Presidents over the seating arrangements at a recent Govt function held at the BMICH in Colombo, the Presidential Secretariat stated that all events organised by the Govt are carried out with proper attention to protocol. There were media reports to the effect that several former Presidents were unhappy with how they were accommodated at a ceremony recently held more..

Central Expressway: Cabinet makes decision on Kurunegala to Dambulla stretch

June 11 (NW) Cabinet approval has been granted to resume the acquisition and suspended activities related to the construction of the Kurunegala to Dambulla stretch of the Central Expressway (Phase IV). Govt says approval was granted at the Cabinet meeting held in March 2023 to make the payment of the remaining compensation for the plots of land acquired for Phase IV of the Central Expressway Project and divestment of the plots of land for which compensation has not been paid in terms more..

Cabinet approves new consultancy contract for BIA master plan

June 11 (DM) The govt has approved the selection of a new consultancy firm to prepare the master plan for BIA, following the cancellation of a previous contract due to procedural non-compliance. Proposals for the project were initially invited under the Int'l Competitive Bidding Procedure. However, after evaluating the submissions, Airport & Aviation Services (SL) Ltd terminated the earlier awarded contract citing the selected company’s failure to adhere to contractual obligations. more..

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SL’s largest and most advanced Polysack manufacturing facility opens in Polonnaruwa

June 11 (TM) Committed to uplifting SL’s agricultural sector by enabling safer, higher-quality packaging, storage, and transport of agricultural produce, Ratna Polysack was founded decades ago as a visionary initiative by Mithrapala Lankeshwara, Chairman of the Ratna Group of Companies. Over the years, the company has grown into a creative and technologically capable local enterprise, rivalling global packaging technology. With innovation at its core, Ratna Polysack has continually more..

Court blocks SJB women’s nominations in Galnewa Pradeshiya Sabha

June 11 (DM) Court of Appeal today issued an interim order staying the Commissioner General of Election from naming the women members for the seats obtained by the SJB on the basis of proportional representation at the Galnewa Pradeshiya Sabha elections. Court of Appeal Justice Gihan Kulatunga made this order pursuant to a writ petition filed by two SJB candidates for the Local Govt elections. This interim order will be effective until June 16 and notices were issued on more..

UK confirms ongoing war crimes investigation into British mercenaries in SL

June 11 (Island) UK govt has confirmed that an investigation remains ongoing into allegations that British mercenaries, including former SAS soldiers, may have been involved in the commission of war crimes against Tamils alongside the SL military. Responding to a parliamentary question from Labour MP Uma Kumaran, Foreign Office Minister Catherine West stated that while the Foreign, Commonwealth & Dev. Office more..

SEC suspends stock brokers over securities offenses, front running EPF

June 11 (EN) SL’s Securities and Exchange Commission said it was suspending for three years, three stock brokers over alleged violations of securities law, including front running the Employees Provided Fund. Roshantha Fernando, was suspended for three years after finding relating to trading in Browns Investments, Royal Ceramics and Richard Pieris through his the account of his wife whilst being privy to the impending transactions of the SL Insurance Corporation Ltd (SLIC). more..

Sri Lanka conflict zones see economic gains, but land disputes hinder: UN

June 11 (EN) SL’s conflict-affected communities in the Northern and Eastern Provinces have reported increased disposable income, but land disputes remain a major challenge, according to a UN report. “A household monitoring survey conducted in Feb 2025 revealed that 80% of targeted individuals reported increased disposable income, resulting in moderate improvements in living standards,” UN SL SDG Fund Results Report 2024 stated. “Furthermore, 75% of resettled families more..

Cabinet approves ban on physical punishment across all sectors

June 11 (NW) Cabinet has approved proposals for amendments to Code of Criminal Procedure and the Penal Code to ban physical and psychological injuries caused by physical punishments in any sector. Approval of the Cabinet was granted at their meeting held in April 2024 to amend the Code of Criminal Procedure Act No. 15 of 1979 to impose provisions to ban physical punishments in any sector causing physical more..

Whiskey, cigarettes worth over Rs. 25 Mn seized by Customs at UPB warehouse

June 11 (DM) SL Customs today seized 1,612 cartons of cigarettes and 10 one litfe bottles of whisky concealed inside 26 packages declared as household furniture and personal goods at the Ceylon Shipping Lines UPB warehouse in Dematagoda. Customs spokesman Seevali Arukgoda said the consignment containing 26 packages had arrived from Dubai addressed to a consignee named M.R.M. Razan, a resident of Panadura. Upon examination the Customs more..

SLPP wants corruption-free person appointed Colombo Mayor

June 11 (AD) SLPP says the opposition should be given the opportunity to nominate a Mayor for the CMC. General Secretary of the SLPP Sagara Kariyawasam stated that the SJB has the most number of councilors in the CMC, and therefore it has a right to nominate a name for the post of Mayor. However, former MP Kariyawasam said the person nominated for the post should not be accused of being involved in fraud and corruption. He said a non-controversial person should more..

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Uva Wellassa University to get Rs. 2.1 Bn for medical faculty

June 11 (NW) The construction of necessary structures, including lecture halls and pre-clinical buildings, at the Faculty of Medicine at Uva Wellassa University has received Cabinet approval, with the necessary funds to be allocated during the budget 2026-2028 timeframe. The govt says the Faculty of Medicine at Uva Wellassa Uni was established according to the budget proposal for 2023. A total of 80 students who had been enrolled are using and modernising the buildings within the uni more..

Sri Lanka, Australia to boost police cooperation

June 11 (EN) Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Australia to facilitate cooperation between the two countries’ police forces, minister Nalinda Jayatissa said. The MoU on Transnational Crime and Police Cooperation between the Australian Federal Police and the Sri Lanka Police will facilitate “cooperation in the prevention, investigation, and enforcement of transnational organized crime” Jayatissa told reporters. more..

Sri Lanka welcomes over 21,000 tourists in early June

June 11 (FT) SL has welcomed 21,293 tourists in the first five days of June 2025, pushing the cumulative number of visitors to over the 1.05 million mark. Although the early June figures reflect a steady influx of inbound visitors, the country still needs to attract an additional 155,964 tourists to meet the monthly target of 177,257 arrivals for June. This means that over 88% of the June target remains to be achieved over next 25 days, more..

SL committed to closing gender pay gap and supporting care economy: Labour Minister

June 11 (AD) Addressing the 113th Session of Int'l Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, Minister of Labour, Anil Jayantha, reaffirmed the country’s strong commitment to promoting decent work, strengthening labour rights, and advancing social justice. Representing the govt and the people of SL, Minister emphasized the govt’s priorities, including occupational safety and health, closing the gender pay gap, supporting the care economy, and protecting workers in informal & gig more..

Special bus service between Peradeniya and Kandy railway stations

June 11 (AD) Special buses have been deployed to transport passengers between the Peradeniya and Kandy railway stations. A sinkhole that appeared under the railway line near the Kandy Court Complex caused disruption to train services between Kandy and Peradeniya stations earlier today. When inquired by Ada Derana, the Railway Control Room said trains heading to Kandy have been affected while trains commencing journey from the Kandy station have also been impacted. more..

Electricity tariffs increased by 15%

June 11 (AD) Public Utilities Commission of SL (PUCSL) has granted approval to increase electricity tariffs by 15% with effect from tomorrow. Chairman of the PUCSL Prof. K.P.L. Chandralal said the revision for the second half of 2025 will be in effect from midnight today. According to previous reports, CEB had proposed to increase electricity tariffs by 18.3% for the second half of 2025. The Chairman of the PUCSL noted more..

Electricity tariff: Sajith quizzes Govt over broken promise

June 11 (NW) Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has questioned why the govt is allowing electricity tariff hikes, despite previously promising to reduce electricity costs by one-third. MP pointed out that before the election, the Prez vowed to slash every household’s electricity cost by one-third and to rewrite the IMF clause that keeps pushing prices up. “Today, the PUCSL confirms a 15 % hike to satisfy that very same clause. This leadership claimed to be above politics; therefore asked to be trusted. more..

Suspended Commissioner General of Prisons further remanded

June 11 (AD) Suspended Commissioner General of Prisons Thushara Upuldeniya, who was arrested by the CID and subsequently remanded, has been further remanded until June 25. The order was issued by Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali, after the accused was presented before the court today. Considering submissions presented by Additional Solicitor General Dileepa Peiris and the defense counsel, Colombo Chief Magistrate rejected the bail application filed on behalf of more..

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Misappropriating and mismanaging public funds

June 11 (FT) Long-delayed convictions of past politicians and public servants for misappropriating tax Rupees have begun. Some have already received lengthy jail sentences. Others are in custody awaiting indictments and trials. The media say that the Govt will soon release a list of conmen to be indicted. When the total national tax revenue was only Rs. 2 billion in 2024, misappropriating even 1% of it is not only criminal but defies a core principle of every religion in the nation. more..

Electricity Act amendments: Reversing reform

June 11 (FT) Govt has published Amendments to the Electricity Act No. 30 of 2024, which they plan to approve in the month of June. These amendments reverse some of the main provisions of the original Act to the detriment of the country. The electricity sector in SL has been run as a State-owned, vertically integrated monopoly with poor efficiency, management practices and technology – that belie investment in it by both Govt and funding agencies. The cost of electricity has been significantly more..

Sixty-eight more inmates illegally released under Presidential pardon: ASG tells court

June 11 (DM) Additional Solicitor General (ASG) Dileepa Peeris today told the Colombo Magistrate’s Court that further investigations have revealed additional instances of inmates being illegally released under the guise of Presidential pardons. According to ASG Peeris, 57 prisoners were wrongfully released during the 2024 Christmas and 11 more during the 2025 Independence Day, despite not meeting the required conditions. more..

PUCSL to announce electricity tariff revision this week

June 11 (CT) Public Utilities Commission of SL (PUCSL) confirmed that the long-anticipated electricity tariff revision for the second half of 2025 will be announced before the end of this week. PUCSL Director of Communications, Jayanath Herath, stated that the process is now in its final phase following the conclusion of the public consultation period on the tariff revision proposal submitted by the CEB. “A public consultation process is underway regarding more..

Fool-proof, tight conditions for prisoners’ release in future

June 11 (DM) Following malpractices involved in the release of prisoners, the Justice Ministry will introduce fool-proof, tight conditions for remission of jail terms of those behind bars in view of national events such as Independence Day, Vesak and Christmas, a Minister said. Article 34 (1) of the Constitution provides for the Prez to grant a pardon to a prisoner - either free or subject to lawful conditions or a respite of execution of sentence. Prez can also substitute a less severe form more..

AKD calls for unity in advancing positive social transformation

June 11 (FT) President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday emphasised that the transformation which took place in Sri Lankan society with the introduction of Buddhism laid the foundation for a disciplined and culturally sophisticated nation. The President expressed these views while participating in the National Poson Festival held at the sacred Mihintale temple grounds, organised under the theme more..

Prez departs for official visit to Germany

June 11 (NW) Prez Anura Kumara Disanayake left the country earlier tonight (10) from BIA on an official visit to Germany. The visit, scheduled from June 11 to 13, is being carried out at the invitation of German Prez Mr, Frank-Walter Steinmeier. During the visit, Prez Disanayake is expected to hold bilateral discussions with the Prez of Germany, the Chancellor, key Federal Ministers and other senior govt leaders. These discussions will focus on strengthening cooperation between more..

Ex-Prez Ranil to appear before CID today

June 11 (AD) Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe is scheduled to appear before the CID today (11). Former President Wickremesinghe will appear before the CID to provide a statement in relation to a complaint made by former Minister of Health Keheliya Rambukwella over the alleged importation of substandard human immunoglobulin vaccines. Keheliya Rambukwella had previously lodged a complaint with the CID regarding the importation of medicines into the country. more..

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