Credit claiming battle for Aluthgamage’s, Nalin Fernando’s prosecution

A battle to claim credit for the prosecution of former Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernanndo seems to be under way with a member of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya claiming that it was he who lodged complaints against the Minister before any others.

France to ban smoking on beaches, parks and near schools

France will ban smoking in all outdoor places that can be frequented by children, health and family minister Catherine Vautrin has said.

Weather forces SLC to delay tournaments

The Tournament Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has decided to postpone all ongoing SLC-organized domestic tournaments due to prevailing adverse weather conditions.

Bell helicopter deployed to rescue stranded fishing crew

A Bell 412 helicopter has been deployed by the Sri Lanka Air Force to rescue the crew of a fishing vessel stranded at sea off the coast of Balapitiya.

Surgeries at Udugama Hospital come to a standstill

Medical services at the Base Hospital in Udugama have been severely disrupted following the resignation of the hospital’s only anesthetist, sources said.

Dematagoda Chaminda named suspect in Rs. 27 million money laundering case

The Colombo Financial Crimes Investigation Division has named Dematagoda Chaminda, also known as Chaminda Ravi Jayanath, as a suspect in the ongoing investigations into the allegations that he used a bank account under another person’s name to handle funds amounting to Rs. 27 million believed to be proceeds from heroin and crystal meth trafficking.

Sajith questions restriction of local students to KDU Medical Faculty

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today questioned the government’s decision to restrict local students to the Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) Medical Faculty and said it is a decision of small minded people.

Sri Lankan woman nabbed at BIA with foreign cigarette stock

A Sri Lankan female passenger was arrested by Customs officers at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) this morning while attempting to smuggle a stock of foreign-manufactured cigarettes valued at Rs. 345,000.

Thai woman arrested at BIA with Rs. 510 million worth of cocaine hidden in teddy bears

A female passenger from Thailand was arrested early this morning at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle a large stock of cocaine concealed inside teddy bears.

Health officials advise extra precautions for vulnerable groups

Health officials urge individuals with chronic illnesses to take extra precautions against Chikungunya as it can lead to serious health issues.

Adverse weather: 1,321 persons of 245 families affected in Colombo District

Some 1,321 persons of 245 families have been affected in the Colombo District due to the adverse weather conditions from yesterday till 10 am today, the National Disaster Relief Services Centre (NDRCS) said.

Fallen tree damages 13 houses in Grandpass

A tree fell on the roofs of thirteen houses at St. Joseph Street, Grandpass, leaving some 40 people displaced.

Trump tariffs can stay in place for now, appeals court rules

US President Donald Trump can keep collecting import taxes for now, an appeals court has said, a day after a trade ruling found the bulk of his global tariffs to be illegal.

Aththanayake M. Herath passes away

Former Senior Lecturer in Sinhala at the University of Peradeniya, Aththanayake M. Herath, has passed away at the age of 73. University sources officially confirmed his passing yesterday.

Electricity breakdowns on the rise amid inclement weather

With the prevailing inclement weather conditions sweeping across the country, the number of local electricity breakdowns has seen a noticeable increase, the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) said.

Heavy showers exceeding 100 mm and strong winds expected today as well

The National Meteorological Centre has issued a weather advisory, forecasting heavy showers exceeding 100 mm in certain areas of the country. According to the Forecasting Division, these downpours are likely in some places within the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces, as well as in the Nuwara-Eliya, Kandy, Galle, and Matara districts.

QR code introduced for easy TIN registration

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has introduced a QR code to simplify the registration process for Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TINs), Commissioner General of Inland Revenue, Ms. R.P.G.H. Fernando said.

Ministry says lower demand, high cost end 24-hour passport service

The Ministry of Public Security said that the decision to end the 24-hour passport issuing service at the Department of Immigration and Emigration was made after considering the high operational costs of maintaining the round-the-clock service and a gradual decline in the number of daily applicants.

EC to issue gazette with the names in hand after midnight today

With the deadline to provide the names of the nominated and elected members of the recently concluded Local Government polls by party secretaries expiring midnight today (30), the Election Commission of Sri Lanka will go ahead and issue the gazette with the names that are already in hand, the Daily Mirror learns.

Over 20 more ex-MPs under probe

Following the imprisonment of former Ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando, it came to light that the government has instructed for the expedition of investigations into well over 20 more similar cases involving former MPs and officials.

England thrash West Indies by 238 runs in 1st ODI

England thrashed the West Indies by 238 runs to win the first one-day international at Edgbaston on Thursday.

RCB’s road to IPL 2025 final

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru have entered yet another final with hopes of lifting their maiden IPL trophy.

Heavy winds disrupt train services on Northern and Main lines

Train operations on two major railway routes have been disrupted due to heavy winds and fallen trees on the tracks, the Railways Department said.

Sri Lanka Women win relay bronze

The Sri Lanka Women’s 4X400m Relay Team won the bronze medal on the third day of the 26th Asian Senior Athletic Championships, which continued in Gumi, South Korea.

Death sentence for murder of schoolboy

A man charged with causing the death of a 16-year-old schoolboy by pushing him from a moving trishaw was found guilty of murder and sentenced to death by Badulla High Court Judge Prasanna Alwis.

Hazlewood helps Bengaluru thrash Punjab to reach IPL final

Australia’s Josh Hazlewood returned figures of 3-21 to help Royal Challengers Bengaluru storm into the Indian Premier League final with a eight-wicket thrashing of Punjab Kings on Thursday.

Charred body with trishaw found in Rakwana

A charred body with a badly burnt trishaw was found by police in Rakwana today

Customs speeds up vehicle clearance to one and a half days

The Sri Lanka Customs said today that the delays in clearing imported vehicles have now been significantly reduced, with vehicles now being released within one and a half days, Additional Director General and Customs spokesperson Seevali Arukgoda said.

Group of Sri Lankans extradited from Kuwait

A group of 30 Sri Lankans employees extradited from Kuwait for not possessing valid visas, arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport in the early hours of last morning.

CSE closes strong with broad gains and robust turnover

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed on a strong positive note today, with increased market activity and steady investor buying. The positive trend was supported by strong company performances in the last quarter and growing investor confidence. Most sectors showed gains, reflecting overall market optimism.