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The Chairman of the newly appointed Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Transformation Committee, Eran Wickramaratne, has stated that the committee’s immediate priority is a complete overhaul of Sri Lanka Cricket’s governance structure, alongside the implementation of the proposed new constitution.In a statement issued, Eran Wickramaratne has stated that he accepted the position as Chairman of the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Transformation Committee following an invitation extended by the President and Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs, Sunil Kumara Gamage. He further noted that the decision to assume the role, effective from yesterday (29), was made after holding extensive discussions with former…

The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a year-on-year basis, increased to 5.4% in April 2026, up from 2.2% recorded in March 2026, according to the Department of Census and Statistics.Food inflation rose to 2.8% in April from 0.7% in March 2026, while inflation in the Non-Food Group increased to 6.8% in April 2026 from 2.9% in March 2026.Higher fuel and electricity tariffs pushed up transport costs as well as food prices, according to the Department of Census and Statistics.Sri Lanka raised petrol and diesel prices by nearly a third and hiked…

A sharp rise in cybercrime has shaken India, where nearly 2.5 million people lost an estimated $25 billion to digital fraud in 2025, highlighting growing risks in the country’s fast-expanding online payment ecosystem.One common tactic involves fraudsters posing as authorities and sending fake payment links. In one such case, a man in Pune was tricked into paying a small traffic fine, only to unknowingly authorise a much larger transaction after sharing a one-time password. Experts describe such scams as ‘‘social engineering,’‘ where urgency and fear are used to manipulate victims.The surge in fraud coincides with the rapid adoption of digital…

Indictments have been served before the Colombo High Court against Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary Ven. Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thero, regarding an allegedly derogatory statement made by him on Islam. Following this, the court had ordered that Ven. Gnanasara Thero be released on bail.

The Ministry of Finance is set to make a special statement in Parliament regarding the alleged misplacement of USD 2.5 million.According to ministry sources, Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Anil Jayantha is expected to deliver the statement on May 05, 2026.Meanwhile, Finance Ministry Secretary Harshana Suriyapperuma is scheduled to appear before the Committee on Public Finance (COPF) today (30) at 1.00 p.m. to provide explanations regarding the incident. The appearance follows a request made by COPF Chairman Dr. Harsha de Silva.Accordingly, Senior officials of the Ministry of Finance, including the Secretary, are expected to be questioned by the committee…

The Free Lawyers Association states that Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance, Dr. Harsha de Silva, has the authority to take action through parliamentary mechanisms if the Secretary to the Ministry of Finance, Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, fails to appear before Parliament.Issuing a statement on behalf of the organization, former Governor Rajith Keerthi Tennakoon noted that the Committee on Public Finance was established under Parliamentary Standing Order 121, passed in 2022. He further stated that provisions exist under the Parliament (Powers and Privileges) Act to penalize any individual who violates parliamentary standing orders.Accordingly, the committee chairman has the authority to…

Oil prices have soared following reports that the US is preparing for an ‘‘extended’’ blockade of Iran.The global benchmark oil price, Brent crude, rose above $120 (£89) a barrel on Wednesday, briefly hitting $122, its highest price since 2022.The BBC understands that energy executives including Chevron chief executive Mike Wirth met US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday to discuss how to limit the fallout from the conflict on American consumers.Oil traders appear to have taken the meeting as a sign the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz will continue for a long time.The executives discussed…

In line with International Workers’ Day, which falls tomorrow (01), numerous May Day rallies, processions, meetings, and celebrations have been organized across many parts of the island. Accordingly, Sri Lanka Police have implemented special security measures and a traffic management plan for Colombo in view of these events.According to police, the main rallies, parades, and celebrations will be centered in Colombo, while various institutions and organizations have also arranged commemorative events in several other parts of the country.The Police Media Division stated that all police stations have been instructed to ensure a peaceful environment for these May Day events, while also…

The General Secretary of the United National Party, Thalatha Atukorale has issued a letter in response to an invitation from the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) to join its May Day celebrations this year.In the letter, she stated that since May Day falls on a Poya Day this year, the UNP had previously decided to dedicate the day to religious observances rather than engage in political activities. She further recalled that during his tenure as Prime Minister, the late Ranasinghe Premadasa had emphasized that it was inappropriate to engage in political activities when May Day coincided with a Poya Day.Accordingly, she informed…

The Court of Appeal today concluded the hearing of a writ petition filed by the Chief Incumbent of the Sri Sambuddha Jayanthi Bodhiraja Viharaya in Trincomalee.The petition sought an order preventing the implementation of a directive issued by the Department of Coast Conservation to demolish a portion of the temple premises.The petition was filed by the Chief Incumbent of the temple, Ven. Trincomalee Kalyanawansa Tissa Thero, said Ada Derana reporter.The case was taken up before a bench of the Court of Appeal of Sri Lanka comprising Justices Dhammika Ganepola and Adithya Patabendige.During the proceedings, the State Counsel informed the court…