Trump says ’good friend’ India may face up to 25% tariffs

India could face tariffs as high as 25% if it fails to finalise a trade deal with the US this week, President Donald Trump has said.

Prime Minister Harini appointed chairperson of Sri Lanka’s National Commission for UNESCO

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Sri Lanka National Commission for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the Prime Minister’s Media Division announced.

CID warns public of WhatsApp OTP scams

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has issued an urgent warning to the public about fraudulent schemes targeting WhatsApp users through fake calls and messages aimed at stealing One-Time Passwords (OTPs).

Will Deshabandu be arrested? Court summons CID to clarify on August 5

Colombo Fort Magistrate Nilupuli Lankapura yesterday (29) issued notice to the Director of Unit 3 of the CID’s Special Investigations Division, instructing him to appear in court on August 5 and clarify whether former Senior DIG Deshabandu Tennakoon is to be arrested.

Owner of Hambantota Bird Park released on bail

The owner of the Hambantota Bird Park who was arrested over the illegal import of luxury motorcycles into Sri Lanka, has been released on bail.

Rohitha Abeygunawardena’s daughter surrenders

Melanie Abeygunawardena, the daughter of MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena, surrendered to the Panadura-Walana Anti-Vice Squad today in connection with the investigation involving the illegal import and registration of a luxury SUV.

Lack of sunlight puts Sri Lankan children at risk, says Paediatrician

Vitamin D deficiency has become a serious health concern amongst children due to lack of sunlight exposure, and this wasn’t an issue around 20-30 years ago, said Consultant Paediatrician Dr. Deepal Perera

After X-Press Pearl, Sri Lanka targets another shipping line over marine pollution

In the wake of the landmark judgement delivered by the Supreme Court ordering $ 1 billion as interim compensation over the X-Press Pearl disaster, the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) of Sri Lanka, along with other stakeholders, initiated action to claim similar payments over the disaster being caused by the Liberia-flagged container ship MSC ELSA 3 that caught fire off Kerala, India recently, Daily Mirror learns.

Australia to ban under-16s from YouTube

Australia will use landmark social media laws to ban children under 16 from video-streaming site YouTube, a top minister said Wednesday stressing the need to shield them from ’’predatory algorithms’’.

No Tsunami threat in Indian ocean

The Indian Ocean Tsunami Warning and Mitigation System (IOTWS), through its Tsunami Service Provider in Indonesia (InaTEWS-BMKG), has confirmed that there is no tsunami threat in the Indian Ocean following a powerful undersea earthquake that struck off the East Coast of Kamchatka.

Japan and US issue tsunami warnings after magnitude 8.8 quake

Japan and the US have issued tsunami warnings after a powerful magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck Russia on Wednesday.

New chairman appointed to Sri Jayawardenapura hospital

Dr. Thamara Kalubovila has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Sri Jayawardenapura General Hospital, following the resignation of Dr. Jayanga Tilakaratna, sources confirmed.

John Keells responds to claims over BYD vehicle imports

In response to recent media reports and rising public concern over a consignment of BYD electric vehicles imported into Sri Lanka, John Keells CG Auto (Pvt) Ltd (JKCG) has clarified that the vehicles in question were brought in directly from BYD in China and are fully compliant with all local regulations.

President taken to court over delay in RTI Commission appointment

A Fundamental Rights petition has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking an order directing the President to appoint an acting Chairperson to the Right to Information (RTI) Commission.

Okkampitiya Police OIC arrested for alleged bribery

The Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Okkampitiya Police Station has been arrested by officials of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption.

Navy apprehends 14 fishermen for poaching in Sri Lankan waters

The Sri Lanka Navy has seized two Indian fishing boats and apprehended 14 Indian fishermen for allegedly poaching in Sri Lankan territorial waters off Baththalangunduwa and north of Mannar.

High-ranking Maldivian state officials meet with President

The Deputy Speaker of the Maldivian Parliament and five cabinet ministers from the Maldivian government visited the Kurumba Maldives resort today (29) to hold discussions with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Nearly 40 killed, tens of thousands evacuated in Chinese floods

At least 40 people were killed in Beijing after the Chinese capital was hit with severe floods following days of heavy rain across the north of the country, authorities said Tuesday.

Sri Lanka’s main sugar factories are in danger: Sajith

Highlighting that Sri Lanka’s largest sugar factories are in a precarious situation, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today urged the government to take urgent steps to safeguard the two entities.

Sri Lanka and Singapore sign MoU on AI collaboration

The Ministry of Digital Economy of Sri Lanka and AI Singapore (AISG) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on AI Collaboration yesterday (28) at the National University of Singapore’s Kent Ridge campus.

Retired senior DIG Priyantha Jayakody remanded

Retired Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police Priyantha Jayakody, who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for allegedly lodging a false complaint, has been remanded until August 6.

Sri Lanka ranked the Most Beautiful Island in the World

Sri Lanka has been crowned the most beautiful island in the world, taking the top spot on the list of ’’The 50 Best Islands in the World’’ compiled by global travel site Big 7 Travel.

Coastal authority targets cracking down illegal beach buildings with annual fees

The Coastal Conservation Department is planning to introduce annual fines for unauthorised structures built along the beach, including those that have existed for over 25 years.

Planned train strike called off

The Locomotive Operating Engineers’ Union has called off the 48-hour token strike that was scheduled to commence from midnight today.

Namal Rajapaksa will be next president: Johnston Fernando says

All intelligence reports about the next presidential election have already confirmed that Namal Rajapaksa will be the next President of Sri Lanka, former Minister Johnston Fernando said.

Namal’s arrest warrant revoked

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa was granted bail today after appearing before the Hambantota Magistrate’s Court, leading to the revocation of the arrest warrant issued against him yesterday (28).

Beedi license renewal drops after tax increase: Parliamentary Committee reveals

The renewal of beedi licenses of beedi manufacturers has dropped remarkably after the increase in tobacco tax on beedi sticks, which has resulted in a revenue loss, a Parliamentary Committee has revealed.

Jayewardenepura Hospital chairman resigns

Chairman of the Sri Jayawardenapura General Hospital, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist Dr. Jayanga Tilakaratna has tendered his resignation to the Minister of Health, the Daily Mirror learns.

'Sumedha' spotted again in Minneriya National Park

‘Sumedha’, the well-known elephant native to the Minneriya National Park, was captured on camera once again by a visitor to the park as she roamed the Minneriya Tank Reserve on yesterday (28).

No O/L results needed for A/L vocational admission: Ministry

Applications are currently being invited for admission to Grade 12 in the Advanced Level Vocational stream for the 2025/2026 academic year. The results of the G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) examination are not considered for admission to this stream, providing students the opportunity to obtain a vocational qualification (NVQ Level 4) that is recognized both locally and internationally.