Court Allows 24-hour detention of three new suspects over Halloluwa shooting

The Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today granted permission to the Colombo Crime Division (CCD) to detain and interrogate three more suspects for 24 hours over the shooting incident targeting the jeep of former Executive Director of the National Lotterries Board, Thusitha Halloluwa.

BASL files FR calling to end ragging in Sri Lanka’s universities

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka, through its President Rajeev Amarasuriya and Secretary Chathura Galhena, has filed a fundamental rights petition before the Supreme Court today in the wake of the tragic ragging and suicide of 23-year-old Charith Dilshan Dayananda, a second-year student at the Faculty of Technology, the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

Kalinga Kumarage wins bronze at Asian Athletics Championship

Sri Lankan sprinter Kalinga Kumarage clinched the bronze medal in the Men’s 400m event at the Asian Athletics Championship 2025, held in Gumi, South Korea.

Nine petitions against Deshabandu’s appointment as IGP to be heard on September 08

Nine Fundamental Rights petitions challenging the appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as Inspector General of Police (IGP) were today fixed for hearing on September 8 by the Supreme Court.

Health Ministry scales up PCR testing amid COVID threat

In light of the global threat posed by the new COVID-19 variant, the Health Ministry has increased PCR testing in certain hospitals.

48-hour postal strike from tonight

The Post and Telecommunication Officers’ Union (PTOU) has scheduled a 48-hour symbolic strike starting from midnight today, PTOU President G.G.C. Niroshana said.

Arugam Bay ‘bikini ban’ work of an organised group

The Defence Ministry and the Inspector General of Police (IGP) have been asked to urgently investigate into the false news claiming that bikinis have been banned in the Arugam Bay tourist area, Tourism Deputy Minister Professor Ruwan Ranasinghe said.

Ample job opportunities in Bahrain for skilled Sri Lankans: SLBFE Chief

Sri Lankan skilled workers have promising employment prospects in the Kingdom of Bahrain, Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) Chairman Kosala Wickramasinghe said.

Court directs authorities to supply newspapers to ‘Harak Kata’ in prison

The Colombo High Court today ordered that steps be taken to provide newspapers to Nadun Chinthaka, alias Harak Kata, who is currently detained at Tangalle Prison.

’’Suraksha’’ media program on drug prevention held in Colombo

The sixth program under the “Suraksha” national media-based drug prevention initiative was held on Tuesday (27) at the Colombo District Secretariat. The event was held under the patronage of Colombo District Secretary Ginige Prasanna Janaka Kumara and the Chairman of the National Dangerous Drugs Control Board (NDDCB), Dr. Indika Wanninayake.

SpaceX Starship launches on test flight after two explosions

SpaceX’s colossal Starship rocket blasted off on Tuesday in a key test of the Elon Musk-led company’s ability to bounce back from explosive failures during its previous two test flights.

No turning back on steps taken toward social progress: President

In an x post, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said, ’’There is no turning back on the steps taken toward social progress.’’

Three arrested over shooting targeting Thusitha Halloluwa

Three suspects have been arrested over the assault and shooting targeting the vehicle of former National Lotteries Board Director Thusitha Halloluwa in Narahenpita on 17 May.

Polish Foreign Minister arrives in Sri Lanka

Radosław Sikorski, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland arrived at Bandaranaike International Airport this morning (28) commencing a three-day official visit to Sri Lanka.

Water supply disruption in Kandy for 36 hours

A 36-hour water cut will come into effect in several parts of Kandy starting at 2:00 p.m. today (28).

CEB accused of blocking renewable energy to push thermal power; a growing energy mafia?

Ceylon Electricity Board’s attempt to curtail renewable energy and to promote thermal and coal energy to produce electricity is said to be a mafia, according to Sustainable Energy Authority officials.

Fishing craft brought ashore with 500kgs of heroin, ICE

Two multi-day fishing boats intercepted by the Sri Lanka Navy yesterday (27) off the southern coast were found to be carrying approximately 500 kilos of heroin and Crystal methamphetamine (ICE).

Aswesuma allowance for elderly beneficiaries credited today

The monthly allowance for elderly persons over the age of 70 in families receiving Aswesuma benefits will be credited to their Aswesuma bank accounts starting today, the Welfare Benefits Board said.

Investigation launched into absence of 20 train drivers: GMR

An investigation has been launched into the non-reporting of around 20 train drivers, Railways General Manager (GMR) Dhammika Jayasundara said.

Loose pigeons cause havoc on plane before take-off

A Delta Air Lines flight was delayed twice on Saturday after two pigeons caused chaos onboard.

US halts student visa appointments and plans expanded social media vetting

US President Donald Trump’s administration has ordered embassies to stop scheduling appointments for student visas as it prepares to expand social media vetting of such applicants.

Showery conditions to intensify in several areas, Met Dept. warns

The Department of Meteorology today warned that several parts of the island are likely to experience enhanced showery conditions over the next few days due to the active southwest monsoon.

Sri Lanka now a sought-after destination for Indian movies

Many popular Indian film producers and leading directors are selecting Sri Lanka and its various tourist hotspots for film shooting and have inquired with the government regarding popular and scenic locations, the Daily Mirror learns.

Sri Lanka tourist arrivals top 1 million

Sri Lanka crossed the 1 million mark in international tourist arrivals for 2025 as of May 23, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) showed, hitting the milestone nearly a month earlier than in 2024 and returning to pre-pandemic levels last seen in 2018.

Govt. considers pact termination with over US $ 40 million compensation for fresh deal

The government mulls termination of the current project for the construction of the Kadawatha - Mirigama stretch of the Central Expressway with a payment of over US $ 40 million as compensation to the project company, and renegotiate a new deal under fresh terms for execution, an official said.

Sri Lanka facing complicated weather conditions?

A number of phenomena have led to the current rainy weather conditions with enhanced Southwest monsoon conditions making the greatest contribution, a spokesman from the Department of Meteorology said yesterday.

Rs. 55,000 fine for riding on single wheel

A young man who showed his prowess by raising the front wheel and riding the motorcycle on single wheel in a public road was fined Rs, 55,000 and severely reprimanded by Kuliyapitiya magistrate Randika Lakmal Jayalath.

CSE ends on positive note, recording Rs. 18 Bn in turnover

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed on a positive note today, marked by a significant increase in market activity. The highlight of the day was the exceptional turnover, which reached a yearly high of LKR 18.709 billion.

Jaishankar thanks Sri Lankan delegation for condemning Pahalgam terror attack

Indian Minister of External Affairs Dr. S. Jaishankar expressed his appreciation for a visiting Sri Lankan parliamentary delegation following their strong condemnation of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir.

Consumer Affairs Authority warns of toxic skin creams

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has issued a stern public warning following laboratory tests that uncovered dangerously high levels of heavy metals in several skin creams and lotions currently sold in the Sri Lankan market.