Greens see off Blues to clinch Women’s NSL T20 title
Greens see off Blues to clinch Women’s NSL T20 title cricket View(s): View(s):Team Green emerged champion of the Women’s National Super League T20 Cricket Tournament after pulling off a comfortable 6-wicket win over Team Blues in the final played at the P. Sara Oval yesterday. Team Blues, despite a top knock of 51 coming from skipper Chamari Athapaththu, who gave the side a solid start of 55 runs with Sandali Weerasinghe, proved to be in vain as they lost wickets at regular intervals. And they lost the remaining nine wickets for the addition of 40 runs before being bowled out for 95. Team Green in their run chase, underwent some anxious moments after losing their top three wickets on 40 in the ninth over, before Nilakshika Silva came to their rescue. Result At P. Sara Oval: Team Green beat Team Blues by 6 wickets Team Blues 95 all out (18.1) (Chamari Athapaththu 51, Sandali Weerasinghe 16; Oshadi Ranasinghe 4/17) Team Green 98 for 4 (18.1) (Nilakshika Silva 36n.o., Oshadi Ranasinghe 16n.o.)
Source:Sunday Times
January 17, 2026 19:33 UTC
IOC and OCA draw firm line on delayed NOC elections
IOC and OCA draw firm line on delayed NOC elections nocsl View(s): View(s):The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) have finally drawn a firm line for Sri Lanka sport, insisting that long delayed elections at the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOC) must be held by the end of April 2026, while categorically barring tainted officials from re-entering the system. The NOC elections have been overdue since December last year, largely due to an ongoing forensic audit into the organisation’s financial operations and internal management. Central to the IOC and OCA position is the unequivocal exclusion of individuals under investigation. At the same time, the IOC and OCA have opted for continuity to avoid administrative paralysis. Only months ago, the organisation was struggling to function after IOC and OCA funding was withheld due to governance concerns.
Source:Sunday Times
January 17, 2026 19:33 UTC
Is Washington heading towards UN’s exit door?
Is Washington heading towards UN’s exit door? So, will the United Nations, which has come under heavy fire, be far behind? That possibility is strengthened by the critical views of the UN, both by President Trump and senior US officials. “Many of the impacted international institutions were built through the blood, sweat and tears of Americans. In an interview with Breitbart News, U.S. Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Mike Waltz said, “A quarter of everything the UN does, the United States pays for.
Source:Sunday Times
January 17, 2026 19:33 UTC
KALA 2026: A shared South Asian canvas in Colombo
KALA 2026: A shared South Asian canvas in Colombo View(s):KALA 2026 takes off this weekend with an exciting programme of workshops, exhibitions, performances, curated walkthroughs and conversations setting the stage to position Colombo as a vital site for regional artistic exchange. KALA 2026 is presented in collaboration with Take On Art Magazine in India bringing together leading artists, curators, scholars, and cultural practitioners from across South Asia. At the heart of KALA 2026 is ‘Shared Ground: South Asia in Conversation’, an exhibition that approaches South Asia as a lived, material and relational space rather than a fixed identity. KALA 2026 reflects a shared commitment by TAKE on Art and KALA South Asia to long-term regional dialogue, critical exchange, and sustainable artistic platforms. Some events require pre – registration: Please see: www.kalasouthasia.comShare This Post FacebookTwitterEmail × Send Email to FriendSend Please enter valid email WhatsappDeliciousDiggGoogleStumbleuponRedditTechnoratiYahooBloggerMyspaceRSS
Source:Sunday Times
January 17, 2026 19:33 UTC
Solicitor General takes over Ranil’s UK-visit case
Solicitor General takes over Ranil’s UK-visit case View(s):By Ranjith PadmasiriThe probe into allegations that former President Ranil Wickremesinghe misused Rs. 16.6 million in state funds during a visit to the UK to attend his wife’s graduation ceremony at the University of Wolverhampton has been placed under the direct supervision of Solicitor General Viraj Dayaratne. To supervise the investigation, Attorney General Parinda Ranasinghe has appointed Mr Dayaratne, who is the head of the Criminal Division of the Attorney General’s Department. Additional Solicitor General Dileepa Peiris is currently directing the investigation into Mr Wickremesinghe’s case. The Sunday Times also learns that the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is yet to submit to the AG’s Department extracts from the investigation conducted by the CID team that visited the UK as part of the probe.
Source:Sunday Times
January 17, 2026 19:33 UTC
A gift from the People’s Republic of China
A gift from the People’s Republic of China View(s):China donated 11.484 million meters of fabric, valued at Rs 5.6 billion, to meet the needs of 4.4 million students in Sri Lanka. Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, Ambassador Qi Zhenhong, Ministry Secretary Nalaka Kaluwewe, and senior officials were present at the official handover. Pic by Indika HanduwalaHitAd.lk is the best and biggest mobile phone market in Sri Lanka, and we guarantee you will find what you need here from our extensive listing of mobile phones for sale in Sri Lanka. Whether it’s a budget-priced smartphone for communication, or higher end features with advanced connectivity, there are many different options from which to choose from on our site!
Source:Sunday Times
January 17, 2026 19:33 UTC
Kaliova inspires Cops to take down Soldiers
Kaliova inspires Cops to take down Soldiers RUGBY View(s): View(s):Fiji centre Kaliova Mocetadra made a lasting impact in Police Sports Club’s wobbly yet impressive 30-10 win against Army Sports Club in their SLR-Maliban Club Rugby League 2025/26 fixture played at Police Park yesterday. Army SC, who had the same number of wins as their opponents coming into the game, ended the day with their fifth defeat after being restricted to two unconverted tries, one in each half. Just as Dikkumbura was about to rejoin the field, Police lost Kaliova to a yellow card for a high tackle. Holding a comfortable 17-5 lead at the break, the Cops came under pressure as the Soldiers altered their pattern of play to frustrate their opponents. That, however, was as far as Army SC could go.
Source:Sunday Times
January 17, 2026 19:33 UTC
Growth that lasts, not just rebuilds
Growth that lasts, not just rebuilds View(s):Sri Lanka recorded a historic milestone in 2025: foreign remittances from migrant workers reached US$8 billion, the highest in 40 years of overseas employment. Sri Lanka is one of them among a few such countries in South and Southeast Asia. Yet, in the absence of credible export-led economic growth, Sri Lanka remains dependent on such makeshift sources of foreign exchange. Growth from recoveryAlthough the IMF and World Bank have not yet revised their growth forecast of around 3 per cent for Sri Lanka, the Central Bank projects 4–5 per cent, while the government’s 2026 Budget—before the cyclone—had ambitiously targeted 7 per cent medium-term growth. This means, though the country is able to achieve a moderately higher economic growth, we should know that a significant portion of that growth is due to recovery and reconstruction – nothing new.
Source:Sunday Times
January 17, 2026 19:33 UTC
CSE drama: Who cooked the system?
CSE drama: Who cooked the system? This event raised concerns over market vulnerabilities, with explanations ranging from “human error” to deliberate market manipulation. An official statement by the SEC said that the said stockbrokers have misused the system. Officials assured that the CSE surveillance system is intact. The CSE has compiled a comprehensive report on this, which intends to scrutinise all the risk management practises and procedures.
Source:Sunday Times
January 17, 2026 19:33 UTC
Education reforms: Mistake or policy?
Education reforms: Mistake or policy? The furore took precedence over any policy direction the reforms were taking. Such concepts that have found new life in Western countries have been recognised from time immemorial in Eastern ethno-religious cultures but never promoted or made into an issue as state policy. Ramachandran and his co-star Jayalalitha, they have each vied to espouse the cause of the Sri Lankan Tamils, stirring the communal pot in Sri Lanka. For now, however, he is only “profoundly” concerned about the welfare of their “kin” in Sri Lanka.
Source:Sunday Times
January 17, 2026 19:33 UTC
Denmark’s Dilemma
Denmark’s DilemmaOpinionBy Dr Ruben ThurairajahEmpires, when they speak of values, usually mean geography. A War Explained to the WorldThe war was presented as necessity, then as virtue. Denmark’s Forgotten EmpireThere was an older echo here. Greenland was suddenly too important to be left to Denmark, too strategic to be governed by consent alone. It exited empire quietly and reinvented itself as a moral state.
Source:Sunday Times
January 17, 2026 12:10 UTC
Dry weather prevails at most parts of the island
Dry weather prevails at most parts of the islandNewsMeteorology Department forecasted that mainly dry weather will prevail in the most parts of the island for next 36 hours. According to then there is a possibility of ground frost at some places in Nuwara-Eliya district in the early hours of the morning. Misty conditions can be expected at some places in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North- western, North-central and Uva provinces and in Galle and Matara districts during the early hours of tomorrow morning. You can share this post!
Source:Sunday Times
January 16, 2026 14:58 UTC
Events Diary
Events DiaryFeaturesIt’s the season for the arts as Colomboscope returns from January 21 to 31. The full programme forthe festival is available at www.colomboscope.lk/rhythm-alliances….……………………………………………………..TAKE on Art × KALĀ present a month-long focus on South Asian art. The exhibition ‘Shared Ground: South Asia in Conversation’ at 138, Galle Road, featuresestablished and mid-career artists whose practices are deeply rooted in socio-political,post-colonial, ecological and material research. The exhibition will continue until February 18. ….…………………………………ARTRA Trail 2026, taking place at the Lionel Wendt Gallery in Colombo (January 16-22) and across Galle Fort (January 23-25) presents the exhibition, ‘Silenced’ curated byAzara Jaleel.
Source:Sunday Times
January 16, 2026 13:58 UTC
Russel’s recognises outstanding employees for December
Russel’s recognises outstanding employees for DecemberBusinessRussel’s (Pvt) Ltd recently recognised employees who demonstrated exceptional performance during the month of December at a special staff appreciation event. Michael, Pot Washer, was recognised for his reliability and dedication, playing a vital role in supporting smooth kitchen operations. Sameera Madushan, Tea Service Steward, along with Sithara Kumari and Carol Sri Lal, Tea Service Stewardesses, were recognised for their courteous service, efficiency, and positive contribution to guest satisfaction. Congratulating all the recognised employees, Russel’s management reaffirmed its commitment to appreciating and encouraging staff members who consistently demonstrate excellence. The management noted that such recognition initiatives play a vital role in motivating employees, strengthening teamwork, and fostering a strong performance-driven organisational culture.
Source:Sunday Times
January 16, 2026 12:16 UTC
SL’s stock market watchdog warns rogue trader
SL’s stock market watchdog warns rogue traderNewsThe Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) on Thursday urged the public not to engage with the entity operating as Blue Ocean Securities Ltd or its mobile application BOMate for investing in the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). This entity is not licensed by the SEC to function as a market intermediary, the SEC said in its second warning, in recent times, over this rogue trader. The SEC has lodged a formal complaint with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) regarding this unlicensed entity. Additionally, the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has also lodged a separate complaint with the CID. The CID has commenced investigations, and the SEC has provided all related complaints and bank account details connected to this entity to the CID.
Source:Sunday Times
January 15, 2026 09:13 UTC