News Room : No 10 indicates Netanyahu faces arrest if he enters UK – The Island
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces arrest if he travels to the UK, after an international arrest warrant was issued for him, Downing Street has indicated. A No 10 spokesman refused to comment on the specific case but said the government would fulfil its “legal obligations”. On Thursday the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu, along with...
News Room : Louis 97, Athanaze 90 give West Indies slight edge after day one – The Island
Mikyle Louis and Alick Athanaze both suffered the heartbreak of falling in the nineties on the first day of the Antigua Test against Bangladesh. Otherwise, the West Indies pair did enough to make the opening day of the series theirs. The 140-run fourth wicket stand between the pair revitalised West Indies’ innings, adding pace to the overall scoring. It...
News Room : “Let us work together with one goal to build a better nation” – President – The Island
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake called upon all public officials to unite with a common purpose and work together to transform the motherland into a better nation. He made this statement on Friday (22) during his visit to the Ministry of Defence at the Defence Headquarters premises in Akuregoda, where he assumed duties as the new Defence Minister. Upon his arrival, the...
News Room : The discussion on the third review of debt restructuring with IMF concluded successfully – The Island
Jetstar Asia (3K) celebrated the launch of its direct flights between Singapore and Colombo today, as the Singapore carrier becomes the only low-cost airline to operate the route. Flight 3K333, departed from Singapore’s Changi Airport this morning, heralding the start of more affordable and convenient options for travellers wanting to explore Sri Lanka’s vibrant and captivating capital. With five return flights...
News Room : Special Weather Bulletin issued for land and the sea areas around the island – The Island
Befitting the rivalry between Australia and India, the latest tussle for the Border Gavaskar Trophy started in eventful fashion with wild momentum swings and a DRS controversy as pace bowlers from both attacks thoroughly dominated in favourable conditions at Optus Stadium.By the end of a madcap first day’s play, India had remarkably finished on top after stand-in captain Jasprit...
News Room : US indictment of Adani Group could have implications on projects in Sri Lanka – The Island
The financial outlook of several Adani Group companies linked to key projects in Sri Lanka has been downgraded to negative by S&P Global Ratings following corruption and fraud charges filed in the United States. The developments raise concerns about the future of major infrastructure and renewable energy projects spearheaded by the group in Sri Lanka. In a press release issued...
News Room : Each MP to be given fuel efficient vehicle
The MPs will be given a fuel efficient vehicle each, Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananda Wijepala has said. He has said they can use the vehicles until the end of the term of the current Parliament. The MPs would not be entitled to luxury vehicles, he has said. “We took this decision to ensure tax money is used...
News Room : Heavy showers above 100 mm are likely at some places in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Southern provinces. – The Island
Weather forecast issued at 05.30 a.m. on 22 November 2024 by the Department of Meteorology A low pressure area is likely to form over southeast Bay of Bengal around 23rd November. Thereafter, it is likely to intensify into a depression over southwest Bay of Bengal during subsequent 2 days. The system may intensify further and move near the Eastern coast...
News Room : Govt. won’t withdraw from IMF programme, Prez tells House – The Island
By Saman Indrajith President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday said that the government hoped to sign a new staff level agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) by 23 Nov.Delivering the new government’s policy statement at the commencement of the 10th parliament, the President said: “We inherited a country already bound by an agreement with the IMF when we assumed office....
News Room : One person shot dead in Walasgala Dikwella – The Island
By Shamindra Ferdinando A sharp split in the Muslim vote in many parts of the country at the recently concluded general election has deprived both the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) and the All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) of parliamentary representation in several districts. None of the SLMC candidates who contested last week’s general election from the Puttalam, Trincomalee, Kurunegala and...