The opposition, led by the Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB), secured significant victories in the local council elections, gaining control of the Neluwa Pradeshiya Sabha in the Galle district, along with the chairmanship, today (17).
Vraie Cally Balthazaar has been elected as the Mayor of Colombo with 61 votes in an election held during the Colombo Municipal Council's inaugural meeting yesterday (16th).
In a surprising turn of events at the recent local authority elections, Vraie Cally Balthazaar of the National People's Power (NPP) has been elected as the Mayor of the Colombo Municipal Council, despite no single party securing a majority.
The government has removed its pledge to eliminate the pensions and special benefits of retired presidents and their families from the action plan of the Ministry of Justice and National Integration.
The National People's Power (NPP) has secured the chairmanship of the Medawachchiya Pradeshiya Sabha, while the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) has been appointed to the position of vice-chairman.
The Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission has delivered a landmark verdict, stating that the detention of a youth named Mohamed Rushdie under the Prevention of Terrorism Act violated his fundamental rights.
Vraie Cally Balthazaar has been elected as the Mayor of Colombo with 61 votes in an election held during the Colombo Municipal Council's inaugural meeting yesterday (16th).
In a surprising turn of events at the recent local authority elections, Vraie Cally Balthazaar of the National People's Power (NPP) has been elected as the Mayor of the Colombo Municipal Council, despite no single party securing a majority.
The government has removed its pledge to eliminate the pensions and special benefits of retired presidents and their families from the action plan of the Ministry of Justice and National Integration.
Sasidu Ranathunga of John Keells Holdings and Yasasri Herath of IFS emerged victorious in the Men's and Women's Open Singles categories at the 41st MBA Novices Badminton Championship 2025, held at the MBA Indoor Courts in Colombo from March 22nd to 30th.
Sri Lanka's burgeoning reputation in the global golfing arena is set to reach new heights as two of its most promising junior golfers, Reshan Algama and Kaya Daluwatte, prepare to participate in the prestigious Robert Rock Junior Masters. This esteemed tournament, scheduled from April 1st to 3rd at the renowned Al Hamra Golf Club in the United Arab Emirates, is a pivotal platform for showcasing emerging talent in the world of golf.