'Pilleyan' arrested

Former State Minister Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan, alias ‘Pilleyan’, was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) a short while ago, police said.

Government scraps SriLankan Airlines privatization plan

The current government has decided to reverse the previous administration’s decision to privatize the airline, the President’s Media Division said.

Govt not safeguarding or preventing questioning of Easter attack suspects: Cabinet spokesman

Cabinet Spokesman Nalinda Jayatissa today denied media reports claiming that members of the incumbent government are attempting to shield or prevent the questioning of individuals involved in the Easter Sunday bomb attacks.

Parliament approves appointment of probe committee on IGP Tennakoon

Parliament today approved a resolution to appoint a committee to investigate allegations against IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon.

Viyalendran fails to meet bail conditions, remains in remand

Former Minister S. Viyalendran, who was released on bail in connection with a bribery incident, has been taken back into remand custody after failing to fulfill the conditions of his bail.

Proceeds of Crimes Bill approved by Parliament

The Proceeds of Crimes Bill under which the assets earned by wrong means could be acquired by the government was unanimously approved in Parliament today.

CSE surges past 15,000- mark with 467-point rally amid renewed optimism

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) staged a dramatic rebound on Thursday, with the All-Share Price Index (ASPI) soaring 467.26 points, or 3.19 percent, to close at 15,127.71, decisively breaching the critical 15,000 psychological barrier.

State Minister urges public to clap more for foreign reserve claim

NPP State Minister Nalin Hewage urged the public gathered at a rally to cheer more enthusiastically for his claim on the increase in Treasury reserves.

President defends inquiry into elderly woman linked to fraud case

Responding to criticism over ongoing investigations involving an elderly woman allegedly connected to a public fraud case, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said that age will not shield anyone from legal scrutiny if public funds are at stake.

TikTok expands parental controls to boost teen safety

Popular social media platform, TikTok announced major updates to its Family Pairing tool on Sunday, granting parents enhanced oversight and teens tools to foster healthier digital habits.

Govt still pursuing Arjuna Mahendran’s return

The government has not given up on bringing former Central Bank Governor Arjuna Mahendran back to the country at the first opportunity, Cabinet spokesman Nalinda Jayatissa said.

Tri-nation cricket series: Free entry for public

Sri Lanka Cricket said that the upcoming Tri-Nation Women’s Series, featuring Sri Lanka, India and South Africa, will be open to the public free of charge.

Cabinet approves purchase of 15 mn ID card materials

The Cabinet has approved the purchase of 15 million pre-printed polycarbonate cards for the issuing of National Identity Cards.

Cabinet nod to raise private sector minimum wage

The Cabinet has granted its approval to increase the minimum wage for private sector employees with effect from April 1, 2025.

Former State Minister Sathasivam Viyalendran granted bail

Former State Minister Sathasivam Viyalendran was granted bail today by Colombo Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali, with five sureties of Rs. 1 million each and a cash bail of Rs. 50,000.

Group of 103 Sri Lankan youth depart for hotel jobs in Israel

A group of 103 Sri Lankan youth departed for Israel under the Israel Employment Programme to work in the hotel sector, the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) said.

Update: Man killed in shooting in Seeduwa

A 57-year-old man was killed in a shooting incident in Seeduwa. Police said the victim died after being admitted to the Negombo Hospital for treatment.

President writes to Donald Trump over reciprocal tariffs

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake wrote to US President Donald Trump over the recently imposed reciprocal tariffs on Sri Lankan imports to the US, Minister of Labour Anil Jayantha Fernando said today.

No more extensions on ’Parate execution’ suspensions

The Government will not further extend the suspension on ’Parate executions’ and it is effective now, Deputy Minister of Finance Harshana Suriyapperuma said today.

Namal Rajapaksa attends ’Rising Bharat Summit’ in New Delhi

SLPP MP Namal Rajapaksa participated in the ’Rising Bharat Summit 2025’ in New Delhi today, which aims at strengthening trade, security, and diplomatic ties between India and Sri Lanka.

Adani Ports commences operations at Colombo West International Terminal in Sri Lanka

Gautam Adani’s Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) on Monday said it has commenced operations at Colombo West International Terminal in Sri Lanka.

Chamara Sampath Dasanayake granted bail

Former Uva Provincial Councilor Chamara Sampath Dasanayake was released on bail today by Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali on five sureties of Rs. Million 2 each with a cash bail of Rs. 50,000.

Rising cases in heart diseases

Heart dieases is a leading cause of illness leading to deaths, affecting 60,000 people each year, and includes conditions such as heart attacks, strokes and heart failure, said Senior Consultant Cardiologist Dr. Gotabaya Ranasinghe.

Trump threatens new 50% tariffs on China

Donald Trump has threatened China with an extra 50% tariff on goods imported into the US if it does not withdraw its 34% counter-tariff, as global markets continue to fall.

41 Kandy schools closed for security lodging from April 21–25

The Zonal Education Office of Kandy has announced that selected schools will be used as lodgings for security forces personnel for four days, in view of the special exposition of the Sacred Tooth Relic at the Dalada Maligawa.

SLTB being subjected to planned destruction: Minister

The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has been subjected to a planned destruction over the years, Minister of Transport Bimal Ratnayake told Parliament today.

SC not going ahead with determination on VAT Amendment Bill

The Supreme Court has informed Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne that it wil not come out with a determination on the Value Added Tax (VAT) Amendment Bill as the petitorners who challenged the Bill before courts have decided not to go ahead with the case.

Samantha Ranasinghe to Parliament in place of Kosala Jayaweera

NPP candidate Samantha Ranasinghe who contested the general elections for the Kegalle District will replace MP Kosala Nuwan Jayaweera who died suddenly on Sunday.

1,700 armed forces deserters arrested in crime crackdown: Minister

Over the past two months, authorities have arrested nearly 1,700 individuals who had deserted the armed forces and have involved in organized criminal activities, Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala said.

It’s heartening to know NPP has recognised reality regarding India: Eran

It’s heartning to know that the NPP government has finally recognised the importance of India, former MP Eran Wickramaratne told an Indian TV channel today.