CTU protests over delay in investigating Dilshi Amshika’s suicide

The Ceylon Teachers’ Union (CTU) raised serious concerns over the lack of progress in the investigations into the tragic suicide of 15-year-old Dilshi Amshika, a Grade 10 student of Ramanathan Hindu Ladies’ College in Bambalapitiya.

CSE closes lower but holds above 18,000

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed the trading day on a negative note, reflecting a decline in overall market momentum. Despite the downward movement, market sentiment remained mixed, with notable selling pressure observed as investors engaged in profit-taking.

Police fire tear gas after tense confrontation in Kahawatte

Police were forced to use tear gas to control a tense situation that erupted between residents and police in Kahawatte following the funeral of a youth who was shot dead recently.

Fire breaks out at vehicle spare parts store in Kurunegala

A fire has broken out at a vehicle spare parts store in Kurunegala, the Kurunegala Fire Department said.

Suspect remanded over fraudulent registration

A suspect arrested for aiding and abetting the illegal registration of a Toyota vehicle that had not been cleared by the Sri Lanka Customs and had no prior registration, was ordered to be remanded till July 8 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali Jayatunga.

Abdul Wazeeth appointed to Parliament from SLMC national list

Abdul Wazeeth of the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) has been appointed as a Member of Parliament, the National Election Commission announced.

37 habitual fare evaders arrested through WhatsApp alerts

A total of Rs. 112,480 in fines was recovered after 37 habitual fare evaders were arrested during a special raid targeting passengers travelling without tickets.

Fifteen injured in Wattegama bus accident

Fifteen passengers were injured when a Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) bus travelling to Kandy via Kudugala veered off the road and overturned near the Araliya Uyana area in Wattegama, police said. The injured were admitted to the Wattegama Hospital.

Liverpool ’devastated’ and request privacy for Jota family

Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota.

Applications called for 2026 Grade One admissions

The Instructions relating to the admission of students to Grade One for the Year 2026 in State schools had been released today, the Education Ministry said.

Rise in dog bites linked to growing population, lack of awareness: Health Official

The increase in dog bites in the country is largely due to the growing canine population and a lack of public understanding, education and awareness about how people should behave around animals, Public Health Veterinary Services Director Dr. N.M.N. Darshanie Dissanayake said.

Motorcyclist injured as Police open fire

A motorcyclist sustained injuries after police opened fire when he failed to comply with an order to stop in the Dungalpitiya area, Negombo, Police said.

Stern action to be taken against harmful plastic baby items: Minister

Stern action will be taken against importers and manufacturers of harmful plastic baby items such as feeding bottles, lunch boxes, water bottles and toys within the next two months, Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe said today.

Customs denies claims of new tax on online orders

Sri Lanka Customs has firmly rejected claims circulating on social media regarding the introduction of a new tax on small parcel imports clarifying that recent procedural changes are intended solely to ensure the accurate application of existing customs duties based on product value and classification.

Sri Lanka–Netherlands webinar boosts ICT ties

A webinar aimed at enhancing ICT cooperation between Sri Lanka and the Netherlands was hosted by the Embassy of Sri Lanka in the Netherlands on June 30, bringing together key stakeholders from both countries.

Mervyn Silva granted bail

Former Minister Mervyn Silva and two others were granted bail by Gampaha High Court judge W.K.D. Wijekoon.

124 unauthorised structures in Sigiriya to be removed: Minister

Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Minister Hiniduma Sunil Senevi revealed that 124 unauthorised structures have been erected within the limits of 200 to 400 yards from the Sigiriya rock.

Air parade of newly leased aircraft: Namal vows action against organisers

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa said those who facilitated the air parade of the newly leased aircraft over Colombo will be questioned in the future.

Bangladesh ex-PM Hasina gets six-month prison sentence in absentia

Bangladesh’s ousted and self-exiled Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to six months in prison by the country’s International Crimes Tribunal on Wednesday in a contempt of court case, a top prosecutor said.

Update; one dead in Kandana shooting

A shooting in the Kandana area this morning left one person dead and another injured, police confirmed.

Rise in child injuries sparks urgent call for safety measures: Health Officials

Health officials have raised concerns over an increase in accidents involving children, calling for immediate safety improvements at home and in public areas, the Health Promotion Bureau said.

High Court rejects preliminary objection in ’Harak Kata’ indictment

The Colombo High Court rejected a preliminary objection raised by the defense, challenging the maintainability of the indictment filed against Nadun Chinthaka, alias ’Harak Kata’ and two other accused, who are charged with conspiring to escape from the custody of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).

Rapist acquitted on producing marriage certificate

An accused who stood indicted with rape of an underage girl was acquitted by Galle High Court Judge Purnima Paranagama, when the defense informed court that the accused and the victim were married and they are parents of a child.

Human-Elephant Conflict claims over 250 lives in six months

The ongoing human-elephant conflict in Sri Lanka has claimed the lives of 261 individuals both human and animal within the first six months of this year, the Department of Wildlife Conservation revealed.

Two injured in Kandana shooting

Two individuals traveling in a car were injured in a shooting incident reported in Kandana this morning, police said.

Ugandan military helicopter catches fire in deadly Somalia crash

A Ugandan military helicopter crashed and caught fire at the main international airport in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, killing five people on board.

Microsoft to cut up to 9,000 jobs as it invests in AI

Microsoft has confirmed that it will lay off as many as 9,000 workers, in the technology giant’s latest wave of job cuts this year.

Sanitary napkin distribution for 2025 only via certified institutions

The Sanitary Napkin Distribution Programme for School Girls - 2025 will be carried out exclusively through four officially certified trading institutions this year, the Education Ministry said.

Trump announces trade deal with Vietnam

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the US will charge 20% tariffs on imports from Vietnam under a new trade deal reached during last-minute negotiations.

Four dead, dozens missing after ferry sinks off Bali

At least four people have died and dozens are missing after a ferry sank off Indonesia’s tourist island of Bali, rescuers said.