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Former State Minister Dilum Amunugama has been officially appointed as the national organiser of the Mawbima Janatha Party (MJP).He received the appointment letter from the party leader, entrepreneur Dilith Jayaweera, at the MJP head office in Colombo.In a statement, Dilith Jayaweera emphasised the significance of the moment for the MJP, saying: “Today has become an important juncture for our party. Brother Dilum Amunugama joins us today as the national organiser of our party.”In a post on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter), Mr. Jayaweera said: “I warmly welcome Former Minister and Parliamentarian Dilum Amunugama as the National Organiser of the Mawbima Janatha Party.” “We…

Claiming that the government never considers public service as insignificant, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya said today that public trust in political authority and publc service is crucial for the nation-building.Addressing the staff of the Prime Minister’s office, she said the country cannot be developed without public trust on public services, state mechanisms and political authority. “Public trust in the political authority and public services is crucial for the nation-building, which is lacking in our country. People have negative attitudes towards politicians and the public services. A public notion has been created that political authority and public services are useless. We never…

China says it carried out a rare test-firing of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) into international waters, sparking protests from neighbouring countries.The launch on Wednesday – its first in more than 40 years – was “routine” and not aimed at any country or target, according to Beijing. Chinese media reported the government also gave “relevant countries” notice.But Japan said it had not received a warning and expressed concerns, along with Australia and New Zealand.The launch contributes to tensions across the Indo-Pacific region, with analysts saying it highlights China’s increased long-range nuclear capabilities.The US warned last year that China has built…

According to the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA), the prices of egg-based bakery products should also decrease in line with the reduction in the price of eggs in the market.The Chairman of the CAA, Thusitha Indrajith, stated that the price of an egg, which was previously sold at a high price, is now between Rs. 28 and Rs. 35.He further emphasized that steps should be taken to pass this benefit on to consumers.

It is reported that all the political parties and groups that supported former President Ranil Wickremesinghe will contest under a political alliance in this year’s parliamentary elections.However, no final decision has been made yet, and several discussions are scheduled to be held today (26).A special meeting is set to take place this morning between representatives of the United National Party (UNP) and former President Ranil Wickremesinghe.It is reported that the discussions will cover how to contest the upcoming parliamentary elections, including the symbol under which they will contest. If an alliance is formed, the essential groundwork required will also be…

Sri Lanka, led by Dhananjaya de Silva, is aiming to win the second Test against New Zealand after a close contest in the first match at the Galle International Stadium. The second Test starts today (26) at the same venue. After a thrilling 63-run win in the first Test, Sri Lanka is looking to seal another home series.With a 1-0 lead, Sri Lanka is in a strong position. New Zealand, led by Tim Southee, needs a win to avoid a whitewash and improve their World Test Championship standing. Dhananjaya de Silva and his team are confident after their spinners troubled…

Sri Lanka’s new President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s inaugural address to the nation commenced at 7:30 pm today (25 September).

New provincial Governors have been appointed by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.They were sworn in before the President at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo, The newly appointed Governors are as follows:

Sri Lanka’s newly appointed Public Security Minister Vijtha Herath assured that there will be no political interference in the Police Department under the National People’s Power (NPP) government.Acknowledging the past breakdown of public trust in the Police, Minister Herath said that new government has been tasked with rebuilding public faith. “It will be our duty, as the Minister and the Secretary to the Ministry, to restore confidence in the Police. The Deputy Inspector Generals of Police also carry a great responsibility in this effort,” he said.The Minister noted that restoring public trust will not be achieved in the short term,…

The water supply in several areas of Kandy will be suspended for 65 hours due to essential maintenance of the Polgolla diversion dam, starting from Saturday (28), the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) said.The water cut will begin at 1 a.m. on Saturday (28) and will be restored by 6 a.m. on Monday (30).Affected areas include:- Kandy Municipal area, Harispattuwa, Pujapitiya, Pathadumbara, and areas under the Akurana water supply system.- Areas under the Kundasale Divisional Secretariat, including Rajawella, Sirimalwatta, Ampitiya, Amunugama, Hanthana, and Walala.- Mawathagama areas under the Greater Kandy Water Treatment Plant (GKWTP) project.Residents in these areas…