Continuing to follow situation in Sri Lanka: UN Cheif

UN Secretary General António Guterres said he continues to follow the situation in Sri Lanka very closely.

Economic crisis to test Sri Lanka’s largest banks’ resilience

The ongoing economic crisis, the worst Sri Lanka has ever seen in its post-independence history, would test the country’s largest banks’ resilience, as Fitch Ratings on Monday said their asset quality, earnings, capitalisation and liquidity could come under tremendous pressure, when the operating conditions deteriorate.

Producer prices hit a fresh high of 76% in May

Sri Lanka’s producer prices rose by an exponential 75.9 percent in the 12 months to May 2022, rising the most from the 52.4 percent hit in April.

T-56 firearm, magazines stolen from soldier by protesters during unrest near Parliament

A T-56 firearm and two magazines containing 60 rounds of live ammunition, which were in the possession of a soldier during unrest near Parliament last night, were stolen by the protesters, police said.

84 people hospitalised after yesterday’s clashes

The number of people injured during the clashes which erupted yesterday had increased to 84 and admitted to the Colombo National Hospital (CNH).

Prospects of SL securing IMF bailout remain bright despite political unrest

Despite the current leadership vacuum in the country, a reputed economist remains optimistic of the prospects of Sri Lanka securing a rescue package from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) by September-October and following a staff-level agreement expected in about three weeks.

GR does not depart Maldives, awaits private jet

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has not departed for Singapore on the scheduled Singapore Airlines flight from Male to Singapore but instead will now await to travel on a private aircraft, the Daily Mirror exclusively learns.

Ukrainian President blames Russia for causing the ongoing crisis in Sri Lanka

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky blamed Russia for causing the ongoing crisis in Sri Lanka as he pointed out that blocking of food products during the invasion of Ukraine has resulted in unrest all around the world.

75 admitted to NHC following clashes today

At least 75 persons including members of the security forces were injured during clashes which erupted today, hospital sources said.

All should take immediate action to find solutions in democratic manner: Medical Administrators

All parties should take immediate action to find solutions in a democratic manner respecting the constitution and maintaining law and order, the Association of Medical Administrators (AMA) said.

Trains to operate after 5 a.m. tomorrow

Train services will resume tomorrow morning at 5.00 a.m after the prevailing curfew is lifted, the Railways General Manager (GMR) Dhammika Jayasundara said.

Islandwide curfew to be imposed till 5 am tomorrow

A Gazette Notification has been issued by acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe imposing islandwide curfew till 5am tomorrow (14) from 12 midnight today.

’Protect the Parliament’- RW issues order to security forces

Acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe has issued orders to the security forces to protect the Parliament from protestors who were attempting to take it under control.

Gazette issued declaring RW acting President

The Gazette Extraordinary has been issued by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, appointing Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe to exercise, perform & discharge the powers, duties & functions of the Office of President with effect from July 13, 2022.​

Tense situation erupts near Parliament as clashes erupt

A tense situation has erupted near Parliament as clashes have erupted between Security forces and the protestors with several injured from both sides, Daily Mirror reporters on ground have reported.

Church of Ceylon calls for everyone to exercise discernment and restraint

The Church of Ceylon called for responsible conduct from all those who are wielding powers, the youth who are seeking change and the security forces and police who are expected to maintain the peace to exercise discernment and restraint at this crucial time.

Wasantha Samarasinghe attacked at Galle Face protest site

National Trade Union Coordination Centre Convenor Wasantha Samarasinghe was reportedly attacked at the Galle Face protest site today.

Restore law and order in the country immediately: SLPP

Sri Lanka Podu Jana Peramuna (SLPP) has called on the acting President and the law enforcement authorities to restore law and order immediately in the country.

RW informs Speaker to nominate a PM

Acting President and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has informed Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena to nominate a Prime Minister who is acceptable to both the Government and Opposition.

SF appeals security forces not to implement Actg. President's order

Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka appealed to security forces not to implement unconstitutional and unlawful orders given by Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, who introduced himself as the Acting President.

Party Leaders ask for RW to step down

Party leaders decided to request Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe to resign forthwith and allow the Speaker to take charge of the country, PTA Leader Mano Ganesan said.

Protestors break the first line of barricades near Parliament

Hundreds of protestors have broken the first line of barricades set up outside the Parliament while forces are firing tear gas to disperse the crowds.

26 year old protestor dies

A 26 year old protestor who was hospitalized after being tear-gassed outside the Prime Minister’s office in Flower Road today has died after developing breathing difficulties.

BASL calls on protesters to return Prime Minister’s Office to authorities immediately

While claiming that they were deeply disturbed at the occupation of the Prime Minister’s Office at Flower Road by protesting crowds, the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) called upon the protesters to return the said premises to the authorities immediately.

Publicize President’s resignation as soon as possible:Liberal Fellowship

The organisation called Liberal Fellowship requested everyone to make arrangements to tender the resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa as soon as possible and publicize it.

Security forces urge public cooperation to maintain law and order

The Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva requested people to cooperate with tri-forces and police to maintain law and order during the period between the resignation of the President and the appointment of a new President.

India should be alert about unruly behavior of lumpen elements in SL-Swamy

Indian ruling party politician Subramanian Swamy says India should be alert about unruly behavior of lumpen elements in Sri Lanka.

President to leave for Singapore from Maldives

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa who left for Maldives early this morning is to leave for Singapore later today, sources in Maldives told Daily Mirror.

Military, police given authority to control situation: Ranil

A committee, comprising of Chief of Defence Staff, Tri force Commanders and IGP ,had been appointed to ensure the security and the safety of the citizens and to restore law and order in the country, Acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced.

PM office taken over by protesters

The protesters have taken over the Prime Minister’s Office at Flower Road, Colombo, a short while ago.