Some underworld leaders operating from overseas

Minister Ranjith Madduma Bandara said today some 20 underworld criminals had been arrested in the recent past and that the police had launched operations to make further arrests.

Assaults on tourists in Mirissa: Minister assures ‘Absolute Safety’ in future

Minister John Amaratunga today apologized to the Dutch tourists who were assaulted by a group miscreants in Mirissa on April 8 and assured them 'absolute safety’ in the future.

One killed, 16 injured in head-on collision in Welimada

One person was killed and 16 others injured when two vans collided head-on at Keppetipola Junction on the Welimada-Nuwara Eliya Road this afternoon, Police said.

Rs.1.4 mn worth Hashish detected at CME

Customs officers attached to the Airmail Parcel Section of the Colombo Central Mail Exchange (CME) had detected Rs.1.4 million worth Hashish sent to a freelance Journalist in Nugegoda, Customs Media Spokesman Deputy Director Sunil Jayaratne said today.

Imported goods to go up in price: Bandula

Prices of some imported goods including petroleum products, fertilizer, gas and chemicals would rise further because of the depreciation of the rupee, MP Bandula Gunawardana said today.

SLTDA orders immediate closure of Mirissa 'Surf Bar'

Controversial ‘Water Creatures Beach Guest Restaurant & Surf Bar’ in Mirissa, where a group of Dutch tourists were brutally assaulted, has been shut down following an order from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) a short while ago.

H’tota Port--No need to speculate from military perspectives: China

The Chinese Government on Monday assured that there was no need for certain people to make speculations from the military or other strategic perspectives about the Hambantota Port in Sri Lanka.  

President to meet PM Theresa May today

President Maithripala Sirisena is scheduled to meet UK Prime Minister Theresa May later today, the government said. During the meeting, the two sides are to discuss issues that are mutually important to both countries.

Prof. Samarajiva new ICTA Chairman

Professor Rohan Samarajiva, the former Director General of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) had assumed duties as the Chairman of Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA), the Agency said in a media release.

Assault on Dutch tourists: Six suspects remanded till Apr. 19

Six suspects were remanded following the Daily Mirror story about a group of Dutch tourists being assaulted at the Water Creatures Beach Guest Restaurant & Surf Bar in Mirissa.

Nic Pothas resigns as National Fielding Coach

Nic Pothas, the National Fielding Coach of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has resigned from his position with effect from April 13, the SLC said in a statement today.

President to deliver keynote address at C'wealth Business Forum

President Maithripala Sirisena, who arrived in London on Sunday night to attend Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2018, is scheduled to address the Commonwealth Business Forum tomorrow.

PM to update Prelates on current political climate

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is to meet the Asigiriya Chapter Mahanayake the Most Ven. Warakagoda Gnanaratana Thera and Malwatte Chapter Maha Nayaka the Most Ven.Thibbatuwawe Sri Siddhartha Sumangala Thera tomorrow, sources from the PM's office said.

Aluthgamage released on bail

MP Mahindananda Aluthgamage, who was remanded yesterday, was released on bail by the Fort Magistrate’s Court today. The MP was released on bail yesterday but was remanded later on as he failed to provide evidence to prove that his passport is with the Colombo High Court.

Canadian police identifies SL man as victim of serial killer

Canadian police have identified the remains of a Sri Lankan man they believe is a possible victim of suspected serial killer Bruce McArthur.

Southern Expressway grosses Rs. 105 mn during festive week

The Road Development Authority says that a revenue of Rs.105 million was generated from the Southern Expressway during the New Year Season from April 10 to 16.

SriLankan to begin restructuring when Director Board approves plans

The ailing national carrier, SriLankan will begin its restructuring programme soon after the board of directors approve the plan submitted by consultants Nairas - UK.

Wiggy plans new political front against TNA

Northern Province Chief Minister C.V. Wigneswaran is hoping to form a new political party as an alternative to the Ilankai Tamil Arachu Kachchi (ITAK) to contest the upcoming provincial council elections, a source close to him said yesterday.

University non-academic staff to resume work today

The University non-academics will resume duties today after a work stoppage of 44 days crippling the entire university system.

SLFPers who backed no-faith motion will remain in Govt: Amaraweera

The SLFP ministers, state and deputy ministers, who voted for the no-confidence motion will remain in the yahapalana government to protect and support party leader and President, Maithripala Sirisena, UPFA General Secretary and Minister, Mahinda Amaraweera said today.

UN demands Maldives to let Nasheed run for office

Maldives must restore ex-President Mohamed Nasheed’s right to stand for office, including the office of President, the UN Human Rights Committee concluded in a finding made public today.

382 drunk drivers nabbed during past 24 hours

A total of 382 drivers were nabbed for drunk driving island-wide during the 24 hours ended 6 a.m. Today, Police said.

Heads to roll in Prisons Department

In order to prevent irregularities in the Department of Prisons, Minister D. M. Swaminathan has ordered to make immediate transfers to the heads of main prisons and to promote some of the senior officials according to their seniority and efficiency.

12 killed, 69 injured in road accidents during 12-hour period

At least 12 people were killed and 69 injured in accidents countrywide on the National New Year's Day, the Police said today.They said 12 fatal accidents were reported during the 12-hour period between Saturday 6.00 pm and Sunday 6.00 am whil

Aluthgamage fails to fulfill bail conditions, remanded

MP Mahindananda Aluthgamage, who was arrested and released on bail by the Fort Magistrate’s Court, was remanded a short while ago as he failed to fulfil bail conditions. MP Aluthgamage was arrested by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) today

Aluthgamage released on bail

UPFA MP Mahindananda Aluthgamage, who was arrested by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) today, was released on bail by the Fort Magistrate’s Court a short while ago.

Pakistan’s National Defense Uni. delegation in SL

A 21-member delegation from the National Defense University (NDU) of Pakistan, led by Major General Fiaz Hussain Shah, is currently visiting Sri Lanka on a foreign study tour from April 15 to 19.

FCID arrests MP Mahindananda Aluthgamage

United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA) MP Mahindananda Aluthgamage was arrested by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) today on charges of misappropriating government funds amounting to Rs.39 million in 2014 to buy Carrom and Checker-boards.

President arrives in London to attend CHOGM

President Maithripala Sirisena arrived in London this morning to attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).

Aluthgamage arrives at FCID

United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA) MP Mahindananda Aluthgamage arrived at the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) a short while ago to give a statement in connection with misappropriating government funds worth Rs.39 million.