0.55 % bus fare revision to take effect from July 4

The National Transport Commission (NTC) has announced that the annual bus fare revision will come into effect from July 4.

Former Commissioner General of Motor Traffic remanded

Former Commissioner General of Motor Traffic, Nishantha Weerasinghe and two others were ordered to be remanded till July 8 today by Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali Jayathunga.

Italy to issue half million non-EU work visas over next three years

Italy will issue nearly 500,000 new work visas for non-EU nationals from 2026 to 2028, a cabinet statement said on Monday, as part of a strategy to expand legal immigration channels in response to labour shortages.

Wimal summoned by Bribery Commission

National Freedom Front (NFF) Leader and former minister Wimal Weerawansa says he has been summoned by the Bribery Commission to record a statement in connection with an ongoing investigation.

Contract clearance needed for self-employed workers in 13 countries: SLBFE

The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) announced that, effective today, that Sri Lankan workers who individually seek employment in 13 designated countries, would need to have their employment contracts certified by the Sri Lankan Mission in the respective countries.

At least 36 killed after explosion and fire at Indian factory

At least 36 people have been confirmed dead after a powerful explosion triggered a fire at a pharmaceutical factory in the southern Indian state of Telangana.

Japan grants USD 2.5 mn to Sri Lanka to strengthen anti-corruption mechanisms

The Government of Japan has granted USD 2.5 million to Sri Lanka to strengthen anti-corruption mechanisms under a 3-year project for Promoting Prosecution of Corrupt Practices through the Establishment of Anti-corruption Mechanism.

Harsha Ilukpitiya pleads guilty to contempt of court charges

Former Controller General of Immigration and Emigration Harsha Ilukpitiya pleaded guilty before the Supreme Court over the contempt of court charges filed against him over the controversial visa deal.

Former Commissioner General of Motor Traffic arrested

Former Commissioner General of Motor Traffic, Nishantha Weerasinghe and two others were arrested today by the Bribery Commission.

Musk vows to unseat lawmakers who support Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’

Elon Musk has vowed to unseat lawmakers who support Donald Trump’s sweeping budget bill, which he has criticized because it would increase the country’s deficit by $3.3tn.

Singapore police can now seize bank accounts to stop scams

Police in Singapore can now seize control of a person’s bank account and block money transfers if they suspect the person is being scammed, under a new law that kicked in on Tuesday.

At least 90% of social media complaints in Sri Lanka involve Facebook, AI issues

Sri Lankan authorities are raising concerns as most complaints are related to Facebook, WhatsApp, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok with 90% of them involving Facebook and issues connected to AI.

Specialist neurosurgeon Dr. Maheshi’s daughter files motion seeking bail

The daughter of Dr. Maheshi Surasinghe Wijerathna, a specialist neurosurgeon attached to the Sri Jayawardenapura General Hospital, has filed a bail application on her mother’s behalf.

Thailand’s prime minister suspended over leaked phone call with former strongman

Thailand’s embattled prime minister was suspended from duty Tuesday and could face dismissal pending an ethics probe over a leaked phone call she had with Cambodia’s powerful former leader.

No increase in three-wheeler fares

Despite the recent increase of Rs. 12 in petrol prices last night, the All-Island Three-Wheeler Drivers’ Association (AITDA) announced that three-wheeler fares will remain unchanged.

No change in domestic Litro gas prices

Litro Gas Lanka Ltd today announced that there will be no revision in the price of domestic gas for the month of July.

No bus fare hike despite fuel price increase: Minister

Transport Minister Bimal Rathnayake assured the public today that bus fares will not be increased despite the recent fuel price hike.

Former SriLankan Airlines Chairman remanded till July 15

Former SriLankan Airlines Chairman Nishantha Wickramasinghe who was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) was remanded till July 15 by Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali Jayathunga.

Fix seat belts or leave the industry: Minister warns bus owners

Transport Minister Bimal Rathnayake has urged bus owners to ensure seat belts are installed and used while transporting passengers for maximum safety and advised those unwilling to comply with the law to seek employment in another industry.

SC rejects plea for Buddhist control of Bodh Gaya temple

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to entertain a petition challenging the Bodh Gaya Temple Act, 1949, and seeking exclusive control and management of the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya by the Buddhist community.

No change in LAUGFS domestic gas prices in July

LAUGFS Holdings Limited announced today that there will be no revision to the prices of their domestic gas cylinder refills for the month of July.

Seat belt rule for bus drivers enforced from today: NTC

The National Transport Commission (NTC) announced that it will be mandatory for bus drivers to wear seat belts starting from today (July 1), NTC Director General Nayomi Jayawardana said.

Indian Defence Ministry Company Set to Anchor Strategic Influence in colombo port

India is poised to secure another strategic investment in Sri Lanka with plans by its public sector company under the Indian Defence Ministry, ‘Mazagaon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL)’ for acquiring a majority stake in Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC).

Sri Lanka to resume seasonal employment opportunities in South Korea under E-8 visa

The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) is taking steps to activate job opportunities for seasonal employment in South Korea under the E-8 visa category, Chairman Kosala Wickramasinghe said.

Bus fare reduction suspended following fuel price hike

In the wake of the fuel price increase, the scheduled 2.5% reduction in bus fares, which was to take effect today, has been suspended, the National Transport Commission (NTC) said.

Youth killed, another injured in Kahawatta shooting

A 22-year-old youth was shot dead and another critically injured in a shooting incident in the Yainna area of Kahawatta, police said today.

Royal train to be cut in Palace cost-saving measure

The royal train is going to be taken out of service by 2027, in a cost-saving measure announced by Buckingham Palace.

Health Ministry yet to act on dog population control, veterinarian warns

Despite six months having passed, the Health Ministry has failed to take proper action to control the growing dog population in the country, a leading veterinary expert claimed today.

Indian Defence Ministry Company set to anchor strategic influence in Colombo Port

India is poised to secure another strategic investment in Sri Lanka with plans by its public sector company under the Indian Defence Ministry, ’Mazagaon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL)’ for acquiring a majority stake in Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC).

SME paddy millers, co-ops to get loans at 7% under Yala season credit scheme

The government would roll out a Rs.6.5 billion concessional loan scheme from today to support the small and medium-scale (SME) paddy millers and cooperative societies in purchasing paddy during the upcoming Yala season, the Development Finance Department said.