Over 51,900 pass scholarship exam; top score 198

The Department of Examinations said that 51,969 students, representing 17.11% of candidates, have passed the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination.

Govt. considers handing over Mahinda Rajapaksa’s official residence to CID

The government is considering handing over the official residence on Wijerama Road, Colombo, currently occupied by former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).

Lady doctor arrested for driving luxury car with fake number plates

The Kandy Divisional Crimes Investigation Bureau arrested a lady doctor who was driving a luxury car with fake number plates.

Visa failure forces SL Karate team’s return from BIA empty-handed

Thirty-one competitors representing the Sri Lanka Karate Federation were forced to return home empty-handed on September 2 after failing to obtain visas to attend the 23rd Asian Cadet, Junior and Under-21 Championships in Shaoguan, China, scheduled from September 5–7.

Lisbon in shock after funicular crash leaves 15 dead

Portugal is in shock after 15 people lost their lives in the derailment of the 140-year-old Gloria funicular, a major tourist attraction in the capital Lisbon.

U.S. trade team to visit SL for talks on tariff implementation

A team from the Office of the United States Trade Representative will be in Sri Lanka by the middle of this month to assist the government authorities in working out modalities for the implementation of reciprocal tariffs, Daily Mirror learns.

Trump appeals to US Supreme Court to rule on legality of tariffs

President Donald Trump has asked the US Supreme Court to overturn a lower court decision that found many of his sweeping tariffs were illegal.

Bribery and corruption cases flood commission in 2025

Over 1,000 bribery complaints, including allegations against several high-profile politicians, remain under investigation, according to the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).

CEB workers launch work-to-rule campaign tonight against restructuring

All electricity workers, including engineers, have decided to launch a work-to-rule campaign from tonight in protest against the restructuring of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), which they claim is not in line with the provisions of the Electricity Amendment Act.

Govt. pushes ahead with new Tourism Act despite industry concerns

Sri Lanka’s government is moving forward with plans for a new Tourism Act to overhaul the sector’s administrative framework, despite concerns from some private sector stakeholders over potential bureaucratic hurdles.

Grade 5 scholarship exam 2025 results released

The Department of Examinations has released the results of the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination.

New measures to reduce device prices and regulate second-hand electronics

Sri Lanka is planning a multi-pronged strategy to address the high cost of digital devices by exploring the targeted subsidies and affordable payment schemes, while simultaneously moving to formalise the second-hand market through a new registration process, aimed at curtailing the informal “grey market”.

Namal warns government of consequences for ignoring people’s issues

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa today said that the current government is repeating the same mistakes of the previous administration and warned that the “universe will deliver the maximum punishment” if people’s grievances are ignored.

Skeletal remains found in abandoned house at Naiwala

A bag containing four human skulls and skeltal remains had been found by the Veyangoda police from the garage of an abandoned house in the Naiwala area.

Customs acted selectively and discriminatory manner by detaining BYD vehicles: Counsel for John Keells informs court

Updating its customers and stakeholders on the ongoing legal proceedings, John Keells said that John Keells CG Auto (Pvt) Ltd. (JKCG) remains committed to collaborating closely with the relevant authorities to ensure the timely clearance of the vehicles and does not anticipate significant delays.

Sri Lanka seal four-wicket win over Zimbabwe in first T20I

Sri Lanka claimed a four-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the first T20 International at Harare Sports Club on September 3, 2025, to go 1-0 up in the three-match series.

JVP, FLSP in verbal clash over Yakkala office dispute

A heated dispute has erupted between the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) and the Front Line Socialist Party (FLSP) over the alleged takeover of a party office in Yakkala, with both parties offering conflicting claims regarding ownership and political intent.

Environment Ministry denies approving road construction through Sinharaja Forest

The Ministry of Environment today denied granting approval to any road constructions through the Sinharaja Forest Reserve and assured that no support will be given to any such project.

President vows to act tough on police officers involved in drug spread

Claiming that it is a tragedy that a handful of police officers are involved in spreading drugs in the country, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today stressed that such police officers will be removed from the police service.

Grade 5 scholarship exam results to be released tonight

The Department of Examinations announced that the results of this year’s Grade 5 Scholarship Examination are expected to be released tonight.

Govt. sets sugarcane purchase rates

Minister of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development Sunil Handunnetti urged sugarcane farmers not to fall into political traps.

Mixed market breadth drags CSE lower

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed in negative territory on September 3, 2025, following a highly volatile trading session that saw the benchmark index swing 105 points between its intraday high and low.

President appoints 18 new High Court judges

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed 18 new High Court Judges, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

17 organised criminals brought back to Sri Lanka this year: IGP

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Priyantha Weerasooriya revealed that seventeen organised criminals including the recently arrested five underworld figures in Indonesia, have been brought back to Sri Lanka so far during this year.

Customs to release 506 more BYD vehicles

The Sri Lanka Customs today informed the Court of Appeal that it has agreed to release another 506 BYD electric vehicles, which had been detained, upon the furnishing of a bank guarantee.

Court bars CCD from arresting Attorney Dinesh Dodamgoda

The Court of Appeal today issued an interim order preventing the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) from arresting Attorney-at-Law Dinesh Dodamgoda in connection with an allegation that he had allegedly aided and abetted an assault and shooting incident said to have been fabricated and orchestrated by Thusitha Halloluwa.

Real change lies with leaders and public officers: Dr. Harini

The responsibility of bringing real change to the country lies not only with political leaders but also with the officers leading the public service, Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said.

Underworld murder suspect arrested in Agarapathana

A suspect linked to multiple underworld-related murders was arrested last night in Agarapathana, Talawakele, police said.

National athlete Isuru Lakshan cleared of anti-doping violation charges

The Ministry of Youth and Sports said today that national athlete R.P. Isuru Lakshan has been cleared of all charges related to an alleged violation of anti-doping regulations.

Don’t use ICCPR to suppress opponents: Sajith tells government

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today urged the government not to suppress opponents by using the International Convention of Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR).