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...
News Room : Eight Arrested in ‘Club Wasantha’ Murder Case Granted Bail
Eight suspects arrested and remanded in connection with the murder of businessman Surendra Wasantha Perera, also known as ‘Club Wasantha’, were granted bail by the Homagama High Court today (10). The suspects were released on two surety bails of Rs. 100,000 each and under strict conditions. The court imposed overseas travel bans on all eight individuals, who were also required...
News Room : South Korea imposes another travel ban
In the wake of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s failed attempt to impose martial law, South Korean authorities have continued to tighten restrictions. Today, Korea National Police Agency Commissioner General Cho Ji-ho was added to the list of officials banned from leaving the country, along with two other high-ranking police officers. The move comes a day after President Yoon himself imposed a...
News Room : Musthapha Nominated to Fill Remaining ‘Gas Cylinder’ National List Vacancy
Former MP Faiszer Musthapha PC has been nominated to fill the remaining slot in the National List of the New Democratic Front (NDF), Asian Mirror learns. Accordingly, the Election Commission (EC) has been informed about his nomination. The NDF secured two slots from the National List based on the votes received in the 2024 General Election. Ravi Karunanayake was gazetted as one...