The Island - Daily English Language Newspaper in Sri Lanka
WEBNobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine goes to microRNA researchers. Sciver-Brunt and Ecclestone lead England to classy victory. Business. ADB delegation meets President Dissanayake, pledges continued support for Sri Lanka’s economic development. Sri Lanka secures USD 200 million from World Bank’s IDA for second phase of RESET Program.
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WEBHeavy showers above 100 mm are likely at some places in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva and Eastern provinces and in Galle, Matara and Puttalam districts. Weather forecast issued at 05.30 a.m. on 08 October 2024 by the Department of Meteorology The Inter-tropical Convergence Zone (where winds from the Northern Hemisphere and...
News – The Island
WEBCabinet approves appointment of Mrs M S P Sooriyapperuma as Acting Commissioner General of Registration of Persons. The Cabinet of Ministers approved the proposal presented by the Minister of Public Defense to appoint Mrs. M.S.P. Sooriyapperuma, a special grade officer of the Sri... Latest News 13 hours ago.
Our 43rd anniversary – The Island
WEBOct 6, 2024 · The Island, published by Upali Newspapers Ltd., celebrates its 43rd anniversary this week. Launched in October 1981 based on a concept by the late Upali Wijewardene, founder of the Upali Group of Companies. The first issue of the Island was a Sunday newspaper followed by the daily paper. It has grown to be much more […]
CB says country still not out of the woods – The Island
WEB1 day ago · The Sri Lankan Army was in touch with the UN about ensuring the safety of the 125 Sri Lankan peacekeepers stationed in South Lebanon, Director of Media, Major General Nilantha Premaratne told The Island yesterday (11).Premaratne confirmed that two Sri Lankan peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon …
Latest News – The Island
WEBOctober 5 at Women’s T20 World Cup: Bangladesh vs England. Sharjah, 6pm local time Bangladesh now run into a much stronger side in England, who are more aggressive than their 2023 version, and are carrying spinners... Latest News 1 day ago.
What? – The Island
WEBSaturday 14th September, 2024 The Cabinet of Ministers is playing Santa these days in a bid to shore up President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s chances in the ongoing presidential race. Its latest gimmick is the announcement of substantial PAYE tax reductions, which are to take effect from April 2025. The Cabinet has said the proposal to grant […]
Politics – The Island
WEBSir John Kotelawela (1953 — 1956), as seen by his Assistant Secretary. (Excerpted from Rendering Unto Caesar by Bradman Weerakoon) … the prime minister is the keystone of the Cabinet arch. John Morley, 1889 The strongest man is... Features 1 week ago.
The Outside World – The Island
WEBSep 20, 2024 · The frenzy of the Sri Lankan presidential election is gradually decelerating itself. The outward frenzy fizzled out as Wednesday ended with the cessation of electioneering. We hope the frenzy will not simmer in the more violent of party members. What we earnestly hope for is a peaceful polling day, quiet when results come streaming in …
RW-Dinesh alliance continues – The Island
WEB3 days ago · Mahajana Eksath Peramuna (MEP), led by former Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, has decided to contest the forthcoming parliamentary selection under the ‘Gas Cylinder’ symbol. Political sources said that final preparations were being made to hand over nominations today and tomorrow. The grouping comprised former SLPP parliamentarians who backed President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who ...