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Former Deputy Minister Sarana Gunawardena Sentenced to 16 Years of Rigorous Imprisonment
Former Deputy Minister Sarana Gunawardena has been sentenced to a total of 16 years of rigorous imprisonment after being found guilty on four corruption charges by the Colombo High Court.
Suresh Sallay Remains Hospitalized as Hunger Strike Continues, Says Wife
Former SIS Director Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay remains hospitalized at the Colombo National Hospital and continues to refuse food and water, according to his wife.
Iran Signals Possible 30-Day Deadline for Reopening Strait of Hormuz
Iran has indicated it may introduce a 30-day deadline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz under Iranian administration, while discussions continue over shipping access and proposed maritime service fees.
FIFA Cancels World Cup Tickets Issued Free Due to Website Error
FIFA has cancelled approximately 60 World Cup tickets that were mistakenly issued free of charge due to a technical error during the online checkout process.
Rain Washes Out Sri Lanka-West Indies 2nd ODI in Jamaica
Persistent rain forced the abandonment of the second ODI between Sri Lanka and the West Indies at Sabina Park, leaving Sri Lanka with a 1-0 advantage heading into the final match.
Heavy Rainfall and Strong Winds Forecast for Several Parts of Sri Lanka Today
Heavy rainfall exceeding 100mm and strong winds are expected in several parts of Sri Lanka today, according to the Department of Meteorology.
Kuwait Resumes Air Traffic After Temporary Suspension Following Iranian Attacks
Kuwait has resumed air traffic operations after temporarily closing its airspace due to Iranian missile and drone threats, officials confirmed.
Heavy Rainfall Above 100mm Expected in Several Parts of Sri Lanka
The Department of Meteorology warns that rainfall exceeding 100mm is expected in several parts of Sri Lanka, with strong winds and thundershowers likely in multiple districts.
Assistant Manager Detained, Security Officer Remanded Over Horana Bank Cash Theft
A six-day detention order has been issued for a bank Assistant Manager arrested over the theft of more than Rs. 30 million from a state bank branch in Horana, while the security officer has been remanded until June 11.
Rumesh Tharanga Rises to No. 2 on Asia’s All-Time Javelin Rankings After Historic Diamond League Triumph
Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga has climbed to second place on Asia’s all-time javelin rankings after producing a stunning 92.62-metre throw to win the Rome Diamond League and set a new national record.
Shakira Set to Perform at FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony in Mexico
FIFA has confirmed that Colombian superstar Shakira will perform the official World Cup song “Dai Dai” during the opening ceremony in Mexico, alongside Burna Boy, J Balvin and Tyla.
Litro Gas Prices Unchanged for June Despite Global Cost Pressures
Litro Gas has announced that domestic LP gas prices will remain unchanged for June despite rising global gas prices and the depreciation of the Sri Lankan rupee.
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