AWC accuses authorities of inhumane confinement of Monkeys in Thumpane

The Animal Welfare Coalition (AWC) has accused authorities of state-sanctioned animal cruelty in Thumpane, alleging that large groups of monkeys have been kept in cages for days without food or shelter.

Plane carrying Congo minister, 20 others bursts into flames; skids off runway

A chartered Embraer ERJ‑145LR carrying Democratic Republic of Congo mines minister Louis Watum Kabamba and around 20 others onboard skidded off the runway and caught fire at Kolwezi Airport on Monday.

Google boss warns ’no company is going to be immune’ if AI bubble bursts

Every company would be affected if the AI bubble were to burst, the head of Google’s parent firm Alphabet has told the BBC.

Babar Azam fined for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Pakistan player Babar Azam has been fined 10 per cent of his match fee for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the third ODI against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi on Sunday.

Severe lightning alert issued for multiple districts

The Department of Meteorology has issued a severe lightning advisory for the North-Western, Western, Southern, and Sabaragamuwa provinces, effective until 11:30 p.m. today.

Over 6,700 cybercrime cases reported; 35 involve children

Over 6,700 cybercrime incidents have been reported in Sri Lanka over the past eleven months, the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (SLCERT) said.

Special committee to be appointed for restructuring tri-forces: Deputy Minister

A special committee will be appointed next year for the restructuring of the tri-forces, Deputy Minister of Defence Major General (Rtd) Aruna Jayasekara said today.

Dr. K. Waligepolage appointed Director General of Irrigation

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the appointment of Dr. (Eng.) K. Waligepolage as the new Director General of Irrigation, effective 4 December 2025.

Indian Consul General visits former President Mahinda Rajapaksa on his birthday

On the occasion of his birthday, former President Mahinda Rajapaksa received a visit from Indian Consul General Sri Harvinder Singh at his Carlton residence in Tangalle today (18).

“Sri Lanka has enormous promise, but effective tourism promotion requires both investment and continuous effort” - Zubin Karkaria, Founder & CEO, VFS Global Group

Over a year after the e-visa system handled by the consortium—comprising IVS-GBS as the primary partner and VFS Global as the technical partner—was suspended in Sri Lanka, Daily Mirror Editor-in-Chief Jamila Husain interviewed Zubin Karkaria, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of VFS Global Group,

Sri Lanka signs debt restructuring agreement with Denmark

The Government of Sri Lanka has signed a bilateral agreement with the Government of Denmark as part of the ongoing External Debt Restructuring Process.

Sri Lankan pilgrims can now use UPI in India

A pilot initiative to introduce UPI One World digital service for Sri Lankan Buddhist pilgrims visiting India has been launched.

Veteran radio presenter Chitra Kumari Kalubowila passes away

Award-winning radio presenter Chitra Kumari Kalubowila has passed away, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in Sri Lanka’s broadcasting industry.

Over 2.28 million Sri Lankans pledge to donate eyes

The Sri Lanka Eye Donation Society (SLEDS) announced that more than 2.28 million Sri Lankans have pledged to donate their eyes after death, marking a major milestone in the nation’s longstanding humanitarian efforts.

Supreme Court dismisses FR petition against Cabraal, others

A Fundamental Rights petition filed by Ven. Thiniyawala Palitha Thera seeking an order directing the Attorney General to initiate both criminal and civil proceedings against former State Minister Ajith Nivaard Cabral and several others for allegedly engaging in illegal financial transactions involving public funds, causing losses to the State, was dismissed by the Supreme Court.

Chamara Sampath to be indicted before High Court for misappropriation of public funds

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) informed the Colombo Chief Magistrate that the investigation conducted by the CIABOC on the alleged corruption committed by former Badulla District Parliamentarian Chamara Sampath Dassanayake to the tune of Rs. 1 million of public funds belonging to the Uva Provincial Council,

Kalutara district to launch comprehensive sex education program for schools

Kalutara District Parliamentarian Nilanthi Kottahachchi, Chairperson of the Children and Women’s Sub-Committee of the Kalutara District Coordinating Committee, announced that a program will be implemented next year to provide sex education to all school children in the district.

Kataragama dog control drive records 223 sterilizations, 251 vaccinations

A five-year initiative to control rabies and the stray dog population in the Kataragama area has recorded significant progress, with 223 sterilizations and 251 anti-rabies vaccinations completed during the first four days of the campaign.

Train derails at Ohiya, upcountry train services disrupted

A train traveling from Kandy to Badulla at 4:00 a.m. this morning derailed at Ohiya Railway Station.

Locally made school shoes to come with one-year warranty

The Ministry of Industrial Development will supply shoes with a one-year warranty, ensuring quality under the supervision of the Sri Lanka Textiles and Garments Institute, as part of a new school voucher program.

Govt approves night duty for women in hotels

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved an amendment to the Shop and Office Servants (Regulation of Service and Remuneration) Act, allowing women over 18 years of age working as food and beverage servers in commercial hotels and restaurants to be employed during night hours, after 6 p.m. and before 6 a.m.

Cabinet approves Bill to repeal Parliamentary Pensions Act

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted policy approval to repeal the Parliamentary Pensions Act No. 1 of 1971, following a decision taken at the Cabinet meeting.

CEB profit plunges to Rs. 3.58 billion in Q3 2025

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has reported a significant drop in its financial performance, with profits for the third quarter of 2025 falling sharply to Rs. 3.58 billion, according to its latest financial statements.

33 Israeli tourism representatives arrive in Sri Lanka for study tour

A delegation of 33 Israeli tourism industry representatives arrived in the country last evening (17) to participate in a 10-day study tour aimed at exploring tourism opportunities across the country.

Landslides and rockfalls block key roads in Badulla as heavy rains continue

Continuous heavy rainfall across the Badulla district has triggered multiple landslides and rockfalls, blocking several roads and causing significant property damage, Badulla District Secretary Panduka Sri Prabath Abeywardena said today (18).

Sack with suspected narcotics found on Bentota beach

A sack suspected to contain narcotics was found on the shores of the Bentota beach this morning, police said.

Gambling Regulatory Authority Act to take effect from December 1

The government has decided to implement the Gambling Regulatory Authority Act from December 1, 2025, following a Gazette notification issued by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Get maximum benefit from Colombo Security Conclave: Ravi K tells government

Sri Lanka should get the maximum benefit from the Colombo Security Conclave, which is a joint programme of several countries in the region, including India, the Maldives and Mauritius.

Special cyber crimes division to be set up in police: Minister

A special cyber crimes division is to set up soon within the police, Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala told Parliament today.

Elderly cinnamon peeler falls into honeytrap, stripped of valuables by drug-addict couple

A 58-year-old elderly man from the Nikaweratiya area employed as a cinnamon peeler in Hakmana, who met a 22-year-old young woman at Galle and had a casual talk and soon fell in love with her. The onlookers might have presumed that they were father and daughter.