Arrest warrant issued against former Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan

A Dhaka court issued an arrest warrant on Sunday against former Bangladesh cricket captain and legendary all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan. The warrant was issued in connection with a cheque bounce case involving approximately $300,000 owed to IFIC Bank. According to reports from Cricbuzz, Dhaka Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Ziadur Rahman issued the warran

Vijith Vijayamuni Soysa released on bail

Former Minister Vijith Vijayamuni Soysa, who was arrested by the Walana Anti-Vice Unit yesterday, has been granted bail by the Bandarawela Magistrate’s Court.

Manusha Nanayakkara to provide statement to CID

Former Minister Manusha Nanayakkara’s legal counsel Saliya Peiris (PC) informed the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today that his client has agreed to provide a statement to the CID tomorrow regarding the matter related to facilitating job opportunities for Sri Lankans in South Korea.

Two Afghan passengers arrested at BIA

Two Afghanistan passengers who attempted to enter the country on forged passports were arrested early this morning by the Immigration and Emigration officers at the Katunayake International Airport.

Over 3,000 dengue cases in 20 days

The tally of dengue cases recorded for 2025 has topped the 3,000 mark, according to the Epidemiology Unit.

Discussion to consider possibility of reducing fuel prices soon: President

Claiming that reducing fuel prices will take some time, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said at a meeting that discussions will be held with relevant parties to consider the possibility of reducing fuel prices soon.

CBSL identifies 21 companies engaged in prohibited schemes

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) said today that it has completed investigations into various companies suspected of engaging in activities prohibited under Section 83(C) of the Banking Act, No. 30 of 1988 (as amended).

UNP, SJB talks to begin today

The talks between the United National Party (UNP) and the Sagami Jana Balawegaya (SJB) aimed at forming a broad right wing alliance is to begin in the evening today, SJB MP Mujibur Rahman said.

Government conspiring to evict MR from his residence: Dolawatte

The government is conspiring to evict former President Mahinda Rajapaksa from his residence, former MP Premanath C. Dolawatte said today.

Media outcry including DM report prompts psychiatrist to accept transfer

The psychiatrist who was reported to have given false reasons to avoid posting to District General Hospital in Mullaitivu has accepted her transfer and begun her duties following significant media outcry including the Daily Mirror report on January 15 and also as a result of the public scrutiny over her initial reluctance to take up the post.

Flash floods affect close to 17,000

A total of 16,930 persons from 5,738 families have been affected across eleven districts due to natural disasters such as flash floods, according to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC).

Tilvin stresses need to win LG polls

The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) General Secretary Tilvin Silva stressed the need to win the Local Government election to be held in April this year if the programme initiated by the government is to be taken forward.

First Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners freed in ceasefire deal with Hamas

Around 90 Palestinian prisoners and detainees were freed from Israeli jails and into the occupied West Bank on Sunday, as part of an exchange under ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel that went into effect Sunday morning. Their release comes hours after three Israeli women were set free by Hamas-led Palestinian militants who held them hostage in Gaza for 471 days.

DM exposure on stinking Beira alerts authorities; cleaning begins but ceases halfway

An instant cleaning process that kicked off on Friday at the stinking tourist hot spot of Colombo’s Beira Lake following a Dailymirror exposure about the lake’s abominable condition near Gangarama Seema Malaka has been seized halfway with the stench and garbage still remaining in vital corners.

Tense situation reported outside Moratuwa Police station

A tense situation unfolded outside the Moratuwa Police Station, where over 100 people gathered to protest the arrest of several residents of the area this morning.

Prez seeks AG’s intervention to expedite hearing e-passport case

Against the backdrop of the passport crisis worsening by the day, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake instructed the Attorney General to intervene in hearing the court case regarding the e-passport tender floated during the time of the last government in an expeditious manner, a Minister said yesterday.

Sri Lanka welcomes ceasefire agreement in Gaza

The Sri Lankan government has welcomed the recent ceasefire agreement in Gaza.

Pay rent of Rs. 4.6 mn or vacate residence: AKD tells MR

The rent for the residence of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa was valuated as Rs. 4.6 million per month and he could either pay the rent or leave the residence, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today.

Badulla-Colombo online seat reservation time reduced to 30 seconds

Despite recent actions, the Railways Department has revealed that groups involved in the online seat reservation racket continue to operate through the booking system.

Will visit UAE as next official visit: President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today he will leave for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as his next official visit.

Victor Ivan passes away

An investigative journalist, political critic, a theorist, social activist and an author, Victor Ivan passed away at the age of 75 years.

Possible floods in Malwathu Oya Basin

The Irrigation Department issued a possible flood warning for those living closer to the Malwathu Oya Basin.

No schools in Eastern Province tomorrow

The Provincial Education Department of the Eastern Province has decided not to hold schools in the province tomorrow (20) due to the prevailing bad weather.

Shooting in Mt. Lavinia linked to underworld dispute kills one

Investigations have revealed that the fatal shooting of a 24-year-old man in Mount Lavinia today was the result of a long-standing feud between two notorious criminals, ’Kos Malli’ and ’Badovita Asanka’.

Around 100mm heavy rains expected within 24 hours

With the further continuation of the rainy conditions in the Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Uva and Central Provinces for the next 24 hours, 100 mm of rain can be expected in the Eastern and Uva Provinces and in the Matale, Nuwara-Eliya and Polonnaruwa districts.

Navy stands ready with relief teams to respond to flood emergency

As severe weather conditions threaten several areas in the island, the Sri Lanka Navy said 50 Navy relief teams are on standby, prepared to be deployed immediately to assist the public in the event of floods.

Trump launches cryptocurrency with price rocketing

US President-elect Donald Trump has launched his own cryptocurrency, which quickly soared in market capitalisation to several billion dollars.

TikTok goes offline in the US hours before ban due to come in

TikTok has gone offline in the US, hours before a new law banning the platform was due to come into effect.

Vijith Vijayamuni Soysa arrested

Former Minister Vijith Vijayamuni Soysa was arrested by the Walana Anti-Vice Unit.

New vehicles for all MPs in the coming months: NPP MP

National People’s Power (NPP) Kurunegala District MP Dharmapriya Dissanayake said that all members of parliament will soon be provided with new vehicles.