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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to withdraw from all Asian Cricket Council (ACC) events for the foreseeable future, following the recent escalation in tensions between India and Pakistan.The decision has already been communicated to the ACC, with India officially pulling out of the Women’s Emerging Teams Asia Cup, scheduled to be held in Sri Lanka next month. While a final decision on the Men’s Asia Cup, slated for September, is yet to be made, the tournament’s future now appears bleak.Sportstar had earlier reported that the Asia Cup was unlikely to go ahead this year…

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake paid a visit this morning (19) to the Mihindu Seth Medura convalescent home in Attidiya, where he inquired into the health and wellbeing of the resident war heroes currently receiving long-term care at the facility.During the visit, the President engaged warmly with the veterans, taking time to speak with them and offer his well wishes. He also observed their artwork and creative projects, appreciating the efforts and talents of those undergoing rehabilitation.Speaking during the visit, President Disanayake noted that the thirty-year conflict had left a lasting impact on the nation, with many from both the North…

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and the United National Party (UNP) have come to a preliminary agreement in relation to the establishment of power within local government bodies that have a majority for the opposition.An agreement was reached during a meeting held between representatives of both the SJB and the UNP this morning (19).According to a joint statement issued by the General Secretary of the SJB, Member of Parliament Ranjith Madduma Bandara and the UNP General Secretary, former Minister Thalatha Atukorale, two factions discussed policy matters related to forming power within local government bodies.Accordingly, they have agreed to form power…

Former U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, his office said in a statement on Sunday.Biden, 82, was diagnosed on Friday after experiencing urinary symptoms, and he and his family are reviewing treatment options with doctors, according to the statement.“While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management,” his office said.Cancers that have spread, or metastasized, are considered Stage 4, the most advanced. Most prostate cancers are detected at an earlier stage.According to the Centers…

The Department of Meteorology says South-West monsoon conditions are gradually getting established over the island.Cloudy skies can be expected over most part of the island.Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa, North-western, Central, Southern and Northern provinces.Heavy falls above 100 mm are likely at some places in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle, Matara, Puttalam, Nuwara-Eliya and Kandy districts, the Department said.Several spells of showers will occur in North-central province.Showers or thundershowers may occur at several places elsewhere of the island during the evening or night.Additionally, fairly strong winds of about 30-40 kmph can be expected…

A foreign national has been arrested at the arrival terminal of Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake early this morning (19) by officers of the Customs Narcotics Control Unit for smuggling Kush cannabis, estimated to be worth around Rs. 79 million.The suspect, a 21-year-old Thai national, had purchased the Kush cannabis in Thailand, had traveled to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and then arrived at BIA on Malaysia Airlines flight MH-179 at 12 midnight in an attempt to distract the attention of customs officers.Officers from the Customs Narcotics Control Unit have arrested him when he was found in possession of a total…

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has expressed deep concern about several online media posts, including those on social media that are targeting judicial officers.In a statement issued on Sunday (18), the BASL emphasized that it has observed these posts being shared and commented upon by members of the public in a manner detrimental to the judicial officers concerned and the system of administration of justice.“In view of the pivotal role played by members of the judiciary in the dispensation of justice and the paramount requirement to ensure and safeguard the independence of the judiciary, the law provides specific…

The inquiry committee, appointed to investigate and report on allegations of misconduct and serious abuse of office against Suspended Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon, is scheduled to commence its investigation today (May 19).According to the Parliament Secretariat, Tennakoon is scheduled to appear before the committee at 2.00 p.m. today in Committee Room No. 8 of Parliament.The investigative committee has conducted preliminary inquiries over the past few weeks at Parliament. Accordingly, it had earlier issued a formal notice to Suspended IGP Tennakoon, summoning him to appear before the committee. This will be Tennakoon’s first appearance before the committee.On May 15,…

All arrangements have been finalized for the National War Heroes’ Day celebrations, which will commemorate the 16th anniversary of the victory that ended the brutal terrorism which afflicted the country for over three decades.The ceremony is scheduled to take place in front of the War Heroes Memorial in Battaramulla from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. today, under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka, Admiral of the Fleet Wasantha Karannagoda and Marshal of the Air Force Roshan Gunathilaka, who led the tri-forces in bringing an end to terrorism, are also expected to attend the ceremony.Meanwhile, Police have…

A special traffic plan will be in place tomorrow (19) around the Parliament area in Battaramulla due to the National War Heroes’ Day celebrations.The commemoration event is scheduled to be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.Accordingly, Police have urged motorists to use alternate routes during this period.President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to participate in the National War Heroes’ Day celebrations to be held tomorrow, in commemoration of the 16th anniversary of the war victory.According to the Chairman of the Authority, Brigadier Senarath Kohona (Rtd.) the ceremony will be held under the patronage of the President in his capacity…