Tue, 19 Mar 2024 Today's Paper

Darshana Sanjeewa Balasuriya began his journalism career in 2007, initially in broadcast media. Over the years, he has committed himself to reporting on a wide range of topics, such as defense, crimes, and current affairs in Sri Lanka. Darshana now holds the position of Deputy Editor at the Daily Mirror.
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20 special police teams deployed to crack down identified underworld gangs

3 hours ago - 0     - 353

Following a concerning increase in organized criminal activities in the Western and Southern Provinces, a special operation under the ’Yukthiya’ initiative was launched today.


Nishan Peiris joins as uncapped spinner

Wanindu Hasaranga comes out of retirement for Bangladesh Tests

18 Mar 2024 - 5     - 1432

Sri Lanka Cricket has named a 17-member squad and Wanindu Hasaranga, who announced his retirement from Test cricket last year, has made a comeback for the ICC World Test Championship series against Bangladesh, commencing on March 22.


Sri Lanka and Bangladesh face off in crucial ODI decider

17 Mar 2024 - 3     - 1164

With both teams facing significant setbacks, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are eagerly eyeing an ODI series win as they prepare to clash in the decider tomorrow (18) at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram.


CID arrests Immigration Deputy Controllers for issuing fake passports to criminals

17 Mar 2024 - 25     - 3868

A Deputy Controller and a former Deputy Controller of the Department of Immigration and Emigration were arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department for issuing passports to underworld criminals Nuresh Supun Dayaratne alias ’Heenatiyana Mahesh’ and Shan Arosh Liyanage alias ’Mathugama Shan’ based on false information.


Dilshan Madushanka to miss rest of Bangladesh tour due to injury

17 Mar 2024 - 6     - 919

Sri Lankan fast bowler Dilshan Madushanka will no longer participate in the ongoing Bangladesh tour due to a left hamstring injury he sustained during the 2nd One Day International (ODI) on Friday (15).


India and Sri Lanka to co-host Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

16 Mar 2024 - 5     - 1686

International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved the qualification process for Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The 20-team tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, and will have a total of 12 automatic qualifiers.


Eighteen Police officers including 8 Senior DIGs and CID Director transferred

16 Mar 2024 - 11     - 2501

Eighteen police officers including 8 senior DIGs and the Director of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), have been transferred with immediate effect, the police said.


China donates special explosive disposal equipment to SL Army

14 Mar 2024 - 1     - 866

The Sri Lanka Army accepted a stock of special Explosive Ordnance Disposal Equipment, which had been gifted to the Ministry of Defence under the Chinese Military Grant scheme.


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Gunshots fired at a house in Ambalangoda

14 Mar 2024 - 2     - 672

Gunshots had been fired at a house of notorious underworld figure and drug trafficker Agampodi Sajith Saman Priyantha alias ’Samankolla’, in Idanthota, Ambalangoda during the early hours of this morning.


IGP holds critical meetings with senior officers to tackle rising gun violence in South

13 Mar 2024 - 3     - 799

In the wake of the concerning surge in shootings within the Southern Province recently, IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon convened a critical meeting with senior police officers today to address the escalating violence that has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries across the region.


Sri Lanka eye on winning start in ODI Series

13 Mar 2024 - 1     - 784

Buoyed by their thrilling 2-1 Twenty20 International (T20I) Series victory against Bangladesh, Sri Lanka gear up for a three-match One Day International (ODI) Series starting today at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram.


Sri Lanka ODI squad against Bangladesh announced

12 Mar 2024 - 7     - 4230

Sports Minister Harin Fernando has approved the 16-member ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against Bangladesh, commencing tomorrow at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram.


Main suspect in murder of Buddhist monk, killed in police fire

12 Mar 2024 - 5     - 1959

The main suspect arrested in connection with the killing of a Buddhist monk at a temple in Malwathuhiripitiya was killed when police opened fire at the suspect while attempting to escape custody, police said.


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Another shooting kills two, injures two more in Ambalangoda

11 Mar 2024 - 4     - 1052

Another shooting incident was reported in Galagoda, Ambalangoda tonight resulting in two fatalities and two others sustaining injuries, police said.


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One killed, three injured in shooting at Pitigala

11 Mar 2024 - 0     - 712

An individual was killed and three others, including a woman, were injured in a shooting incident at Guruwala in Pitigala tonight.


Over 250 Jaffna youths apply to join Sri Lanka Air Force: Sagala

11 Mar 2024 - 12     - 3540

More than 250 youths from Jaffna have applied to join the Sri Lanka Air Force during the ’Air Tattoo 2024’ educational and technological exhibition, which was held in Jaffna in commemoration of the SLAF’s 73rd anniversary.


Army returns over 100 acres of land to rightful owners in Jaffna

10 Mar 2024 - 14     - 1573

The government returned a total of 109.56 acres of land, previously occupied by the military, to the rightful owners in the Jaffna peninsula today.


Hit-and-run cab driver arrested after fatal accident in Anuradhapura

09 Mar 2024 - 9     - 2270

Police arrested the cab driver involved in a hit-and-run accident at Rambewa in Anuradhapura early this morning.


Four arrested for kidnapping man for Rs. 3.5 Mn ransom

09 Mar 2024 - 3     - 1329

Police have arrested four suspects in connection with a kidnapping incident where an individual was held for a ransom of Rs. 3.5 million.


Hit and run vehicle kills three youths in Anuradhapura

09 Mar 2024 - 4     - 1852

Three male youths were killed and two other women injured after they were run over by a speeding cab at Rambewa in Anuradhapura early this morning, Police said.


Police sergeant arrested for aiding ’Harak Kata’s’ escape bid

07 Mar 2024 - 1     - 772

A police sergeant assigned to the Matara Division Crime Investigation Unit has been arrested for his involvement in aiding and abetting the failed escape attempt of organized criminal Nandun Chinthaka alias ’Harak Kata’ from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).


Former Kalpitiya Police OIC remanded over allegation of sexual assault

07 Mar 2024 - 5     - 1061

The former Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Kalpitiya Police Station who was charged over sexually assaulting a female police constable, has been remanded till March 12 by the Puttalam Magistrate’s Court.


Three killed in accident at Potuhera on Colombo-Kurunegala Road

06 Mar 2024 - 1     - 1422

Three persons died in an accident near Bulogolla Junction in Potuhera on the Colombo-Kurunegala Main Road last night.


Sri Lanka aim for T20I series win over Bangladesh

05 Mar 2024 - 1     - 1132

After a splendid batting performance from Sri Lanka’s top order, they will aim for a Twenty20 International (T20I) Series win against Bangladesh when the two teams clash in the second match at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium tomorrow.


Railway workers allegedly assault two tourists

05 Mar 2024 - 24     - 3819

Railway workers allegedly assaulted two tourists on a train travelling from Colombo to Badulla.


Assault on woman: Police clarify Governor’s remarks on son’s surrender

05 Mar 2024 - 5     - 2611

Despite Uva Province Governor A.J.M. Muzammil’s remarks that his son had informed the police of his intention to surrender over the investigations into the alleged assault of a woman, police clarified today that neither the suspect nor the Governor has directly communicated with them regarding such a surrender.


Google map mishap: Duo who trespassed Temple Trees granted bail

04 Mar 2024 - 4     - 4435

The Fort Magistrate granted bail to two individuals who mistakenly trespassed into the grounds of Temple Trees in Colombo after following directions on Google maps.


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Gangster Manna Roshan's brother killed in shooting at Hanwella

04 Mar 2024 - 2     - 1671

A 31-year-old man was killed and another injured following a shooting at Niripola in Hanwella this morning.


Overstaying Russians and Ukrainians must apply for visa or depart: Alles

04 Mar 2024 - 5     - 2449

Public Security Minister Tiran Alles said yesterday that Russians and Ukrainians who have been in Sri Lanka since February 2022 will need to apply for a visa or leave the country.


STF seize 9kgs of Ice narcotics in Colombo raid

03 Mar 2024 - 0     - 1071

The Police Special Task Force arrested three suspects along with 9 kgs of ice narcotics during a raid in Colombo.


Zahran’s brother-in-law, others arrested in Kattankudy cleared of criminal intents

03 Mar 2024 - 3     - 1231

The investigations conducted thus far into the suspects, including Zahran’s brother-in-law, who were arrested by the Kattankudy Police, have concluded that these individuals were not planning to commit any criminal or anti-state activities.


UN concerned over Sri Lanka’s proposed laws

03 Mar 2024 - 14     - 2659

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk expressed deep concern over Sri Lanka’s proposed legislative measures, at the 55th Session of the Human Rights Council, warning of their potential impact on fundamental rights and freedoms.


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Three-wheeler driver shot dead in Ahungalle

01 Mar 2024 - 0     - 1421

A three-wheeler driver was killed in a shooting incident near a hotel in Ahungalla town, police said.


Sri Lanka target Bangladesh tour as final tune-up for T20 WC

29 Feb 2024 - 0     - 841

Sri Lanka’s Twenty20 International (T20I) Captain Wanindu Hasaranga today expressed confidence ahead of their upcoming tour of Bangladesh, kicking off on March 4 in Sylhet, which serves as crucial preparation for the T20 World Cup later this year.


Deshabandu defends his actions during ’Aragalaya’

29 Feb 2024 - 0     - 1449

While defending his actions during the ’Aragalaya’ period, newly appointed IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon today emphasized that if not for their actions, the current situation could have been significantly different.


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Deshabandu Tennakoon assumes duties as IGP

29 Feb 2024 - 18     - 1555

Deshabandu Tennakoon assumed duties as the new Inspector General of Police (IGP) this morning at the police headquarters.


Police launch probe as Inspector flees country citing death threats

28 Feb 2024 - 17     - 5189

Police have launched an investigation into Police Inspector Duminda Jayathilaka, the Officer In-Charge of the Organized Crime Division at the Colombo Crimes Division, who has left the country due to death threats from members of underworld gangs, targeting him and his family.


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Ex-soldier wanted over shooting killed in clash with STF

28 Feb 2024 - 2     - 1174

An ex-army soldier, who was wanted for the killing of a meat shop owner in Mahabage and several other crimes, died in a confrontation with the Police Special Task Force in the Suriyawewa area.


Cricketers discuss challenges with Sports Minister

27 Feb 2024 - 12     - 2547

Several players of the Sri Lankan cricket team met Sports Minister Harin Fernando today to discuss issues and challenges faced by the Sri Lankan cricketers.


Police sergeant shoots himself near Kotawila Court

27 Feb 2024 - 0     - 1640

A police sergeant shot and killed himself using his service firearm near the Kotawila Court complex.


Cabinet approves ’’Children of Gaza Fund’’, no ifthar celebrations

27 Feb 2024 - 15     - 1294

The Cabinet has given the green light to President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s proposal to establish a ’’Children of Gaza Fund’’ aimed at providing aid to victims of violence in Gaza.


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Shots fired into air near Wellawatte hotel

27 Feb 2024 - 9     - 3409

Two persons arriving on a motorcycle near a hotel along Marine Drive in Wellawatte fired shots into the air before fleeing, police said.


Lanka T10 League set to kick off in December

26 Feb 2024 - 1     - 696

The inaugural edition of the Lanka T10 League is set to take place from December 12 to December 22, 2024.


Kelaniya University Students’ Union president arrested

26 Feb 2024 - 7     - 1479

Kelum Mudannayake, the president of the Kelaniya University Students’ Union, has been taken into custody by the Public Complaints Division of the Criminal Investigation Department.


Acting IGP Tennakoon’s term likely to be extended amid ’Yukthiya’ operation

26 Feb 2024 - 21     - 1003

Following the ongoing Island-wide ’’Yukthiya’’ operation against underworld criminals and narcotics, President Ranil Wickremesinghe is likely to extend Deshabandu Tennakoon’s appointment as Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Daily Mirror learns.


Public Health Inspector shot dead in Elpitiya

26 Feb 2024 - 13     - 1559

A Public Health Inspector (PHI) was shot dead in Divithurugama, Elpitiya this morning, police said.


Civilians allowed to visit seven Hindu temples in Jaffna High Security Zone

25 Feb 2024 - 18     - 2359

The Sri Lanka Army has announced the granting of permission for the public to visit seven Hindu temples (Kovils) situated within the high-security zone under the jurisdiction of the Security Forces Headquarters in Jaffna.


T.M. Dilshan gains Australian citizenship

25 Feb 2024 - 54     - 7803

Former Sri Lankan cricketer Tillakaratne Dilshan has obtained Australian citizenship following a citizenship ceremony, Australian MP Jason Wood said.


President orders probe into directive for Russian, Ukrainian tourists to depart

25 Feb 2024 - 26     - 4217

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has ordered an investigation into the notification issued to Russian and Ukrainian tourists, without prior Cabinet approval, requiring them to leave the country within 14 days.


Police arrest Chinese woman over Rs. 8.4 million fraud

25 Feb 2024 - 9     - 2194

A Chinese woman was arrested in connection with a fraud exceeding Rs. 8.4 million, Police said.


SriLankan clarifies flight delays

25 Feb 2024 - 24     - 6524

SriLankan Airlines clarified that the delays experienced by passengers at the check-in counters in Bandaranaike International Airport during the early hours of the morning were due to temporary, unplanned operational conditions at the airport and not any form of trade union action.


SriLankan flights delayed as airport ground staff protest

25 Feb 2024 - 12     - 4557

At least four SriLankan flights were delayed at Bandaranaike International Airport this morning due to ground staff refraining from performing some of their duties.


Hasaranga to miss first two T20Is against Bangladesh for suspension

24 Feb 2024 - 27     - 2071

Sri Lanka’s T20I captain Wanindu Hasaranga has been suspended for two international matches after his accumulated demerit points reached five within a 24-month period following his latest breach of the ICC Code of Conduct, for which he received a 50 percent fine and three demerit points.


STF arrests Army Corporal over Mahabage shooting

24 Feb 2024 - 1     - 1250

The Police Special Task Force arrested a key suspect linked to the shooting incident at Mahabage on Thursday.


Police launch operation to combat cattle theft

22 Feb 2024 - 4     - 564

In a bid to address the rising issue of cattle theft plaguing the dairy farmers nationwide, Police have initiated a special programme under the ’Yukthiya’ operation, with the support of intelligence units, to crack down on cattle thieves.


Rear Admiral Pradeep Rathnayake appointed as Navy Chief of Staff

21 Feb 2024 - 2     - 1061

Rear Admiral Pradeep Rathnayake has been appointed as the Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Navy effective from 16th January by President Ranil Wickremesinghe.


Sri Lanka set for all-format cricket tour of Bangladesh in March

20 Feb 2024 - 3     - 1274

Sri Lanka’s men’s cricket team will tour Bangladesh during March–April this year to take part in an all-format tour, Sri Lanka Cricket said.


Rise in Russian tourists engaging in prostitution sparks concerns

20 Feb 2024 - 41     - 12679

In the wake of an influx of tourists particularly from Russia following the implementation of a visa-free entry programme, concerns have been raised regarding the involvement of some Russian female tourists, engaging in illegal activities such as prostitution during their stay in Sri Lanka, the Daily Mirror learns.


Woman, two children die in train accident

19 Feb 2024 - 9     - 1600

A woman and two children riding on a motorcycle were killed in an accident when a train travelling from Puttalam towards Chilaw collided with the motorcycle at a railway crossing in ​​Arachchikattuwa.


Tickets for 2nd, 3rd T20I matches in Dambulla sold out

18 Feb 2024 - 5     - 867

Tickets for the 2nd and 3rd T20I matches between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan scheduled for tomorrow (February 19) and February 21 at the RDICS, Dambulla have been sold out, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said.