Complaints against police surge

The National Police Commission has recorded a steady increase in public complaints against the Sri Lanka Police from 2021 to 2024, according to its latest audit report.

Wartime flying restriction over Parliament, Akuregoda defence headquarters to be reduced

The government is planning to relax wartime restrictions on aircraft flying over the parliamentary complex and the defence headquarters in Akuregoda, a deputy Minister said yesterday.

Saudi Arabia to open more alcohol stores as curbs ease: Reports

Saudi Arabia plans to open two new alcohol stores, including one serving non-Muslim, foreign staff at state oil giant Aramco, as the kingdom further eases restrictions, according to people briefed on the plans.

Trump says he will visit China in April after call with Xi

President Donald Trump has said he agreed to visit Beijing in April and invited Chinese President Xi Jinping for a state visit later next year, following a phone call between the two leaders.

NBA coach Billups pleads not guilty to Mafia-linked gambling racket: prosecutors

Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups pleaded not guilty Monday to alleged involvement in Mafia-linked illegal gambling schemes that rocked the NBA, prosecutors said.

Mobile drug-testing bus launched for passenger transport workers

A mobile testing bus designed to detect drug use among passenger bus drivers and conductors was launched today by the National Transport Medicine Institute (NTMI) at the Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre.

Roadworthiness certificate to be made mandatory for all buses from January 1

A new gazette will be issued making it compulsory for all buses including long-distance passenger transport buses to obtain a basic roadworthiness certificate from January 1, Transport Minister Bimal Ratnayake announced today.

Badulla-Colombo main road obstructed from Haldummulla

The Badulla-Colombo main road has been completely obstructed from Haldummulla due to a collapse of an earth mound across the road, Haldummulla Divisional Secretary K.A.G. Priyangika said.

Doctor arrested over sexual abuse of patient in Kahathuduwa

A 40-year-old doctor has been arrested for sexually abusing a 26-year-old woman at the Wethara District Hospital in Kahathuduwa.

ASPI suffers sharp sell-off as panic selling deepens market correction

The Colombo Stock Exchange came under heavy pressure on Monday (24th November 2025), as the ASPI plunged 337.84 points (-1.47%) to close at 22,644.88, marking one of its steepest single-day declines in recent weeks. The index has now retreated 4.8% from its all-time high, edging closer to the 5% correction threshold.

Card payments on buses not a miracle: Minister

Transport Minister Bimal Rathnayaka says the introduction of credit and debit card payments for bus fares, launched today, is not a miracle but an important step toward building a more disciplined and reliable public transport system.

Plans to construct separate terminal for domestic flights at BIA: Minister

The government is planning to conduct a feasibility study next year on constructing a separate terminal for domestic flights at the Bandaranaike International Airport, Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Aruna Karunathilake said today.

Metro bus service to become new vibe in public transport: Deputy Minister

The proposed metro bus service will be developed into a new culture and a new vibe in public transport system, which will be the model for the public transport system in the future, Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways Prasanna Gunasena said today.

Hotel De Plaza staff assaulted by customers, Management issues official statement

The management of Hotel De Plaza has clarified the events surrounding an incident that occurred on November 22, following videos circulating on social media.

Sri Lanka urges Canada to prevent activities that promote separatist ideologies in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka has urged the Canadian Government to prevent activities that promote separatist ideologies in Sri Lanka, including the recognition of the LTTE insignia and activities aimed at fostering divisions among the ethnic communities in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka condoles Vietnam over devastating floods

Foreign Minister Vijith Herath expressed deep sorrow over the severe floods in Vietnam.

GMOA urges authorities to announce time frame within 48 hours

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has warned that it will decide on further action within 48 hours if no specific time frame is announced for addressing the problems of doctors and the health system.

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.