Think twice before buying EVs: Vehicle importers

The Vehicle Importers Association of Lanka (VIAL) has urged the public to carefully consider their options when purchasing electric vehicles (EVs), warning that the market value of many such vehicles drops by several million rupees within just a few months.

SLFEB tightens rules on foreign job contracts from July 1

The Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau (SLFEB) has announced that it will be mandatory to certify employment agreements with the Sri Lankan Mission in the respective country before registering with the Bureau for self-employment opportunities in non-domestic jobs, under a new service agreement.

Ravi questions Govt over wage exploitation of migrant workers

UNP Parliamentarian Ravi Karunanayake today raised concerns in Parliament over the continued wage exploitation of Sri Lankan migrant workers in the Middle East, calling on the government to consider reintroducing a mandatory minimum wage policy for migrant workers.

15 witnesses to testify for Deshabandu in misconduct inquiry

The inquiry committee appointed to investigate alleged misconduct and abuse of power by Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon convened for the fourth consecutive day today, under the chairmanship of Supreme Court Justice P.P. Surasena, with Justice W.M.N.P. Iddawala and National Police Commission Chairman E.W.M. Lalith Ekanayake serving as members.

Real forward Mbappe in hospital

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe is in hospital with gastroenteritis after missing their Club World Cup opener against Al-Hilal.

Nissanka leads bold reply in Galle

Opener Pathum Nissanka cracked his third ton of his career as Sri Lanka made a bold reply on day three of the first Test against Bangladesh at the Galle International Stadium. Sri Lanka wrapped up the last Bangladesh wicket in just under 15 minutes in the morning session of proceedings.

Israel’s defense minister says Iran’s supreme leader ’cannot continue to exist’

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Thursday that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, “cannot continue to exist.”

Sri Lanka added to New Zealand’s skills list

New Zealand has added Sri Lanka and eight other countries to its List of Qualifications Exempt from Assessment (LQEA), making it easier for skilled Sri Lankans to apply for work and residence visas, according to the New Zealand Immigration.

German lab finds immunoglobulin drug contained harmful bacteria: AG

Deputy Solicitor General (DSG) Lakmini Girihagamage appearing on behalf of the Attorney General, informed the Maligakanda Magistrate today that laboratory tests conducted in a German chemical laboratory had revealed that the immunoglobulin drug contained only saline and lethal, harmful bacteria and not any medicinal substances.

CSE slides further with ASPI dropping under 17,000

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) continued its downward trend, closing the day on a negative note as both the All Share Price Index (ASPI) and the S&P SL20 declined. The sustained downturn was primarily driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Moment SpaceX rocket explodes into massive fireball

A live stream has captured the moment a SpaceX Starship rocket exploded into a gigantic fireball when preparing for a flight test. The incident occurred on Wednesday night around 11pm at the Massey’s Testing Center in Texas.

COPE like a reality show: Namal

The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) is just like a reality show as it can only submit documents and get MPs to debate them, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa told Parliament today.

Three supermarket outlets fined Rs. 200,000 Each

Three outlets of a leading supermarket chain have been fined Rs. 200,000 each for displaying expired goods for sale, the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) said.

Thai PM faces calls to quit after leaked phone call

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s coalition government is on the brink of collapse after a phone call between her and former Cambodian leader Hun Sen about a festering border dispute was leaked.

Update: Keheliya’s daughter, son-in-law granted bail; Another daughter remanded

Former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella’s daughter and son-in-law, who were arrested by the Bribery Commission under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, were released on bail today. Another daughter, however, was remanded for failing to meet bail conditions.

AASL, airline representatives meet to boost passenger services and industry ties

In a bid to further enhance passenger services and foster stronger industry collaboration, the Chairman and senior management of Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL) held a strategic meeting with the Board of Airline Representatives (BAR) this week.

Sri Lanka seeks India’s help in evacuating people from conflict-ridden Iran

Sri Lanka has sought India’s assistance in the evacuation of its citizens in Iran which is now engaged in a war with Israel, the Daily Mirror learns.

New Chairman appointed to stock exchange

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) announced the appointment of Dimuthu Abeyesekera as the new Chairman of its Board of Directors.

World’s most liveable city for 2025 revealed

It’s official. Vienna is no longer the most liveable city in the world.

Health Professionals Association accuses Health Minister of reversing drug pricing policy

The Health Professionals Association today alleged that Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa is attempting to reverse a key pricing policy implemented to prevent financial losses to the government when purchasing medicines from local manufacturers.

Israel attacks Iranian nuclear sites, missile damages Israeli hospital

Israel struck a key Iranian nuclear site on Thursday and Iranian missiles hit an Israeli hospital, as President Donald Trump kept the world guessing about whether the U.S. would join Israel in airstrikes seeking to destroy Tehran’s nuclear facilities.

MR, Maithri, Ranil, Basil, others involved in USD 110 million cattle import scam: MP

Former Presidents Mahinda Rajapaksa, Maithripala Sirisena, Ranil Wickremesinghe, former Ministers Basil Rajapaksa, P. Harrison, Wijith Wijithamuni de Soysa, Lakshman Yapa Abeywardena and Lakshman Wasantha Perera have been found to be involved in a USD 110 million cattle import scam, NPP MP Nihal Galappathi told Parliament today.

Over 73,000 new vehicle registrations recorded following relaxation of imports: DMT

Following the recent relaxation of vehicle imports, the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) announced today that a total of 73,489 new vehicle and electric car registrations have been recorded so far this year, increasing the country’s total vehicle population to 8,528,002.

Keheliya’s two more daughters, son-in-law arrested

Two more daughters of former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, Chamithri Jayanika Rambukwella and Amali Nayanika Rambukwella—as well as Amali’s husband, were arrested a short while ago by the Bribery Commission in connection with an ongoing investigation into money laundering allegations.

Railway Controllers’ 48-hour token strike postponed by two weeks

The 48-hour token strike, which was scheduled to be launched tonight by the Railway Controllers’ Union, has been postponed by two weeks, Union Secretary K.D. Duminda Prasad said.

Sri Lanka temporarily relocates Embassy in Iran

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism stated that the Sri Lanka Embassy in Tehran, Iran, has been temporarily relocated due to the prevailing situation in the region.

Luxury train hotel “Odyssey Camper” ready to open

A hotel with luxury facilities built inside two railway compartments has been completed at the Ratmalana Main Railway Yard by its own workers, General Manager of Railways Dhammika Jayasundara announced. The unique hotel, named “Odyssey Camper,” is set to open in a few days.

Important to stop food waste and improve food security, Prime Minister says

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya says there is an urgent need to reduce the food waste and improve food security in Sri Lanka.

Indian actor Mohanlal Wishwanathan currently observing Parliament session

Veteran Indian actor Mohanlal Wishwanathan is currently observing Sri Lanka’s Parliamentary sessions from the Speaker’s gallery.

IRD clears significant VAT refund backlog

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has disbursed a large portion of its long-standing tax refund backlog this year, following a targeted intervention by the Finance Ministry to address a major grievance within the business community.