News Room : Sri Lanka’s Struggle with Snakebite and Corruption: – The Island
A Tragic Intersection By Ifham Nizam Snakebites are a serious and growing public health crisis in Sri Lanka. More than 30,000 people are hospitalised annually after being bitten by snakes, but despite the best treatment, about 45% of these individuals die in hospital, says renowned scientist Dr. Rohan Pethiyagoda. He said so, delivering the S.R. Kottegoda Oration, “The Theory and Practice of...
News Room : SL’s foreign policy reflects national interest – PM
131 Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya yesterday said that foreign policy should reflect national interest and offer perspective on human and global interest of the state. “Our main national interest at this point in time is to stabilise our economy and work towards economic recovery,” the Prime Minister said. The Premier was speaking at the convocation of Bandaranaike Centre for International...
News Room : SLFP’s Mustapha endorsed as MP by all NDF allies – Duminda
107 SLFP Acting General Secretary, former Minister Duminda Dissanayake said that Faiszer Musthapha was nominated with the endorsement and knowledge of all parties in the alliance. This endorsement was made as per the agreement within the NDF before the previous General Election and now that agreement has been implemented. Former SLFP Minister Lasantha Alagiyawanna said PC Faiszer Musthapha is the Senior...
News Room : I am the 2024 Sri Lankan entrepreneur
The Chamber of Sri Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) proudly presents I AM the Sri Lankan Entrepreneur 2024, a prestigious awards evening dedicated to celebrating and empowering the country’s finest entrepreneurs. Held on March 5, 2025, this landmark event will honor the bold vision and innovation that has driven Sri Lankan industries forward. This year’s awards embody a truly national celebration of...
News Room : PickMe to expand into alcohol and soft liquor delivery
PickMe will expand its technology to facilitate the delivery of spirits and soft liquor, integrating another key element of the economy into its platform. The company, which is set to launch this service during the holiday season, has a robust technology solution that ensures secure and efficient merchant-to-consumer transactions. The solution is supported by established standard operating procedures that...
News Room : Dr. Jasinghe Returns to Health Ministry
Dr. Anil Jasinghe, the newly appointed Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Mass Media, assumed duties today (11 December) at the Ministry of Health. The event was attended by the subject minister, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. Speaking at the occasion, Dr. Jasinghe expressed his delight at returning to the ministry after five years. He emphasised that the biggest challenge facing both...
News Room : Emilia Perez, lead in ‘The Brutalist’ Golden Globes
Musical thriller “Emilia Perez” and post-World War II epic “The Brutalist” topped the list of films nominated Monday for the 2025 Golden Globes, the Hollywood honor leading up to the Oscars. Netflix’s Spanish-language “Emilia Perez” earned 10, while independent distributor A24’s “The Brutalist” earned seven. Both films will compete for the top Globes honor — best motion picture — against Pope’s...
News Room : St. Anthony’s recover thanks to Charuka, Kevan stand
Under 19 Division I Cricket by Reemus Fernando Skipper Charuka Ekanayake and Kevan Ramika added a valuable ninth wicket stand as St. Anthony’s Katugastota posted 275 runs after being precariously placed at eight wickets down for 129 runs on one occasion against Richmond in the Under 19 Division I Tier ‘A’ match in Kandy. Spinner Pubudu Mihiranga took four wickets to rattle...
News Room : Faizer gets NDF’s second National List seat
98 The name of President’s Counsel Faizer Musthapha has been sent to the Election Commission for the remaining National List seat that was reserved for the New Democratic Front, which contested under the Gas Cylinder symbol at the General Election 2024. According to the results of the 2024 General Election, the New Democratic Front won three Parliamentary seats and two national...
News Room : UNP upset over Faizer’s nomination
160 United National Party (UNP) Chairman Vajira Abeywardena issuing a communiqué said that appropriate action will be taken regarding the appointment of President’s Counsel Faizer Musthapha as a national list MP after having discussion with the partner parties of the New Democratic Front. “The decision regarding filling the post of the national list MPs should be taken by the party leaders...