Sri Lanka strengthens aviation ties with ICAO at Dubai Air Show 2025

Sri Lanka has reinforced its partnership with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) during the Dubai Air Show 2025 (DAS25).

Ayurvedic Corporation sales hit Rs. 1,343 million in 10 months

The Sri Lanka Ayurvedic Drugs Corporation (SLADC) has earned Rs. 1,343 million from the sale of Ayurvedic medicines in the first 10 months of this year.

Ten sentenced to death over murder in Embilipitiya

The Embilipitiya High Court has sentenced ten people to death over the killing of a man in the Mullagasaya area in 2011.

Appoint Dhammika Perera as CEO of SriLankan Airlines: Opposition MP

A cross talk popped up between opposition MP Chithral Fernando and Minister Bimal Rathnayake in Parliament today where the former said there is a conflict of interest on the part of current Chairman of the national carrier, Sarath Ganegoda.

Boy with rare condition amazes doctors after world-first gene therapy

A three-year-old boy has astounded doctors with his progress after becoming the first person in the world with his devastating disease to receive a ground-breaking gene therapy.

Fire erupts at Mattress factory in Hirana

A fire has broken out at a mattress manufacturing factory in Hirana, Panadura, police said.

Former army captain, driver acquitted in 2001 Wellawatte robbery case

The Colombo High Court today acquitted and released a former Army Captain and his personal driver, who had been indicted over a 2001 incident in which they were accused of breaking into a jewellery shop in the Wellawatte area and robbing a mobile phone worth Rs. 20,000 by threatening the occupants with a Rambo knife and a firearm.

Adverse weather affects over 1,700 people

The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reports that 1,790 people from 504 families across 10 districts have been affected by the recent adverse weather conditions.

Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra passes away at 89

Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra has passed away at the age of 89. Media sources confirmed that he died in Mumbai, weeks after being discharged from Breach Candy Hospital following a period of medical treatment.

IRD registers 200,000 new taxpayers in 2025; tax revenue on the rise

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) announced that 200,000 new taxpayers have been registered so far in 2025.

Suicide bombers kill 3 at Pakistan paramilitary HQ

Three suicide bombers targeted the headquarters of a Pakistani paramilitary force on Monday, killing three personnel and wounding at least five, authorities said.

Malaysian arrested at BIA with Rs. 250M cocaine stock

A foreign national was arrested while attempting to smuggle cocaine worth Rs. 250 million at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) last night.

CCTV to be fixed on public transport to prevent gender based violence: Minister

CCTV cameras will be fixed on public transport, including school vans, to prevent gender based violence, Minister of Transport Bimal Ratnayake told Parliament today.

Over 1,000 arrested in nationwide anti-drug raids

A total of 1,038 suspects have been arrested during 1,038 anti-drug raids carried out across the country today under the ongoing ‘Nation Together’ national operation, police said.

Fifty kidnapped Catholic school students in Nigeria escape

Fifty of the more than 300 students kidnapped from a Nigerian Catholic school last week have escaped and have been reunited with their parents, the Catholic Church and Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) said on Sunday.

COPF questions procedures followed when releasing lands for aerodromes

The Committee on Public Finance (COPF) today questioned the procedures followed in releasing lands for the construction of aerodromes, where it was highlighted that the market value has not been determined.

Retired judge among victims of expanding int’l online fraud scheme

A retired Sri Lankan judge has become one of the latest victims of an international online fraud ring that has been operating for more than two years, officials confirmed.

Chasing elephants creates more issues: Expert warns

Despite wildlife officials expressing confidence on the ongoing efforts to drive wild elephants out of Hambantota villages, Environmental law expert Dr. Jagath Gunawardana said it’s only worsening the human–elephant conflict rather than resolving it.

Many young women leaving probation homes turn to sex work, Report says

The Praja Shakthi Development Foundation says many young women who leave probation and child detention centres at age 18 are turning to sex work because they have no proper job training or support.

IGP targets corruption, drug links in Police ranks

Sri Lanka’s police service is undergoing one of its most extensive internal clean-ups in recent years, with Inspector General of Police (IGP) Priyantha Weerasooriya intensifying a crackdown on corruption and narcotics-linked misconduct across the force, the Daily Mirror learns.

US Ambassador meets Prime Minister to discuss educational cooperation

Julie Jiyoon Chung, the United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka, met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Parliament of Sri Lanka to discuss strengthening educational and cultural ties between the two countries.

Over 5,000 waiting for heart surgery at Colombo National Hospital

Nearly 5,000 patients are currently on the waiting list for heart surgery at the Colombo National Hospital, and some may have to wait up to four years for their operation, Chairman of the Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance for Medical and Civil Rights Chairman Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa said.

Sri Lanka to feel the pinch of global fuel price hike

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) is in assessment of the current hike of global fuel prices, triggered by multiple factors including sanctions on Russia, an official said.

Thousands of unregistered doctors practising around the country, Trade Union warns

A large number of unregistered individuals — including some Western doctors — are posing as medical officers and providing treatment at the level of Medical Officer of Health (MOH) divisions across the country, Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance for Medical and Civil Rights Chairman Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa said.

Watch Ronaldo score stunning overhead kick

Cristiano Ronaldo rolled back the years by scoring a stunning overhead kick in Al-Nassr’s 4-1 win over Al-Khaleej in the Saudi Pro League.

Tariq picks hat-trick as Pakistan seals place in final

Tariq grabbed 4-18 in a mesmerising spell of spin bowling as Zimbabwe was dismissed for 126 in 19 overs to hand Pakistan its third successive win in the tournament.

Brawl breaks out outside Hotel De Plaza in Kollupitiya

A brawl broke out in front of the Hotel De Plaza in Kollupitiya last night, police said.

Several trapped after tree falls on three-wheeler in Mawanella

Several people were trapped after a tree fell onto a three-wheeler at Thalagolla along the Mawanella–Rambukkana main road a short while ago, Additional District Secretary (Kegalle) Dilith Nishantha said.

LTTE supporters protest during Tilvin Silva’s UK visit

Demonstrations erupted in London as Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) General Secretary Tilvin Silva faced protests from LTTE supporters during his visit to engage with the Sri Lankan diaspora.

First Blind Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup Boosts Sport

Blind women from India won the world’s first T20 cricket championship in Sri Lanka on Sunday, following a tournament seen as pushing the limits of the visually impaired.