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A petition has been filed with the Supreme Court challenging the decision to hold the General Election on November 14, seeking an order declaring that the decision violates the Constitution.The relevant petition has been filed by the civil society activist and convenor of the “Api Sri Lanka” national organization” H.M Priyantha Herath.The Attorney General, the Secretary to the President, the Chairman of the Election Commission and its members have been named as respondents in the petition.The petitioner has claimed that as per Section 10 of the Parliamentary Elections Act, the period for accepting nominations was declared from October 4 to…

The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), has decreased to -0.2% in September 2024 from 1.1% in August 2024, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics. Meanwhile, food inflation also decreased to 0.5% in September, down from 2.3% in August.The NCPI for all items for the month of September 2024 is 203.1 and it records a decrease of 1.0 in index points compared to August 2024.The NCPI for all items for the months of September 2024 is 203.1. A decrease of 1.0 index points or 0.48 percentage compared…

More than 50 firearms have been returned in response to the notice requiring civilians to temporarily hand over firearms and ammunition issued to them, according to Ministry of Defence sources. This decision was taken in compliance with the powers vested in the Defence Secretary under Sections 6(1) and 6(2) of the Firearms Ordinance Act No. 33 of 1916, allowing the government to takeover firearms temporarily. The Ministry stated that these firearms would be reissued after a review process.The Ministry of Defence informed all licensees to submit their firearms and ammunition to the Commercial Explosive Firearms and Ammunition Procurement Unit (CEFAP) at…

Former Member of Parliament Udaya Gammanpila is currently holding a special press conference.The former Minister had claimed that important information related to the Easter Sunday attacks would be disclosed during the press conference.Watch the live video of the press briefing below

An outstanding all-round performance by Amelia Kerr led New Zealand to their first ever Women’s T20 World Cup title as they beat South Africa by a commanding 32 runs in Sunday’s final in Dubai.Player of the Match Kerr top-scored with 43 as New Zealand posted an imposing 158-5 in their 20 overs before taking 3-24, and crucially picking up the key wickets of Laura Wolvaardt and Anneke Bosch, to restrict South Africa to 126-9 in their 20 overs.It marked a sweet finish to skipper Sophie Devine’s career.The victory came 14 years after the White Ferns lost to Australia by just…

Skipper Charith Asalanka and debutant opener Nishan Madushka led a remarkable recovery for Sri Lanka, scoring 77 and 69 runs, respectively. Their impressive fourth-wicket partnership of 137 runs guided Sri Lanka to a comfortable 5-wicket victory with 31 balls to spare in their first ODI match at Pallekele Cricket Stadium yesterday. Chasing a revised target of 232 runs in 37 overs, Sri Lanka reached the target in 31.5 overs while losing five wickets.The partnership was crucial, especially after the team encountered early setbacks, losing their first three wickets for just 45 runs. Asalanka showcased his leadership, scoring 77 runs off…

Former Member of Parliament Udaya Gammanpila says the deadline given for the President to release the two unpublished reports regarding the Easter Sunday attacks will expire at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow (21).Speaking to the media today (20), Gammanpila stated, “The time I have given the President to release the two reports, which he is hesitant to make public regarding the Easter attack, ends at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow.”He emphasized that the President has until tomorrow morning to release the reports and fulfill the constitutional responsibility. Failure to do so, Gammanpila warned, could result in the risk of impeachment.Gammanpila added, “If the President…

Three members of the same family including a child were reportedly killed in a house fire in the Sinhapura area of Chilaw. The victims, a mother, father, and their child died in the fire, which broke out last night (19), according to the Chilaw Police.Police reported that the bodies were discovered during a search following information they received. The deceased have been identified as a 42-year-old man, a 40-year-old woman, and a 15-year-old girl.The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, and Chilaw Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

The Department of Meteorology has issued an ‘Amber’ level advisory for r heavy rain, strong winds and rough seas for Multi-day boats in the East-Central Bay of Bengal deep sea areas.In its advisory, the department said a low-pressure area is likely to form over the East-Central Bay of Bengal and adjoining North Andaman Sea tomorrow (21). It is likely to move Northwestwards and intensify further into a depression by 23rd October. Temporarily very strong winds 70-80 kmph accompanied with heavy rainfalls and very rough seas are likely over above sea areas, it added.Thus, naval and fishing communities are requested to be…

Ambassador for the Russian Federation in Colombo His Excellency Levan S. Dzhagaryan paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Oct 18).The Defence Secretary warmly received the Russian envoy on his arrival and engaged in a cordial discussion. The discussion focused on further strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries.Mementoes were also exchanged to mark the occasion.Russian Military, Air and Naval Attaché Col. Sergey Belyankin and the Military Liaison Officer of the Ministry of Defence Air Vice Marshal Padman De Costa were also present.