Former Finance Secretary Charitha Ratwatte granted bail

Former Finance Ministry Secretary Charitha Ratwatte, who was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) was released on bail over allegations of causing a financial loss of Rs. 99.6 million to the government by importing 50 temporary paddy storage units in violation of due procedures during his tenure as a senior advisor to former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Sabalenka to face Kyrgios in 'Battle of Sexes'

World number one Aryna Sabalenka will face Nick Kyrgios in a ’Battle of the Sexes’ exhibition match in the United Arab Emirates later this year.

Four arrested over Fisheries Corporation corruption case

Four individuals, including a former Chairman of the Lanka Fisheries Corporation, have been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) over an irregular equipment purchase made in 2020.

Bus conductor arrested over assault at Galle Face

A 35-year-old bus conductor has been arrested in connection with the assault of an individual in the Galle Face area in Fort, a video of which has been widely circulated on social media.

Kerala declares itself extreme-poverty free, first state in India to do so

Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan formally announced in the state assembly on Saturday and that the state has eradicated extreme poverty. The LDF government claims Kerala is the first state in India to do so.

Anger mounts over Customs delay on BYD vehicle release

A group of individuals staged a protest in Colombo today (04) demanding the immediate release of BYD vehicles currently detained by Sri Lanka Customs.

Kelaniya University researchers develop new drug to control high blood pressure

The Clinical Research Unit of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya, has developed a breakthrough drug that can significantly reduce high blood pressure.

Cabinet nod to halt new wind power projects on Mannar Island

Cabinet of Ministers have decided to agree to the President’s directive not to implement the wind projects without the consent of the people living in the Mannar Island.

Vatican willing to work with SL in meeting international challenges: Archbishop Paul Gallagher

The Vatican is looking towards working with Sri Lanka in meeting international challenges and enhancing bilateral ties with Sri Lanka, visiting Vatican Secretary for Relations with States and International Organisations, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher said today.

Cabinet approves recruitment of women for key Railway positions

For the first time in Sri Lanka’s 165-year railway history, women will be allowed to apply for key operational positions such as Railway Engine Driver, Train Controller, Station Master, and Railway Supervisory Manager, following a Cabinet decision.

STF to get motorcycles and Tuk-Tuks to boost anti-drug raids

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal by the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs to purchase 100 motorcycles with 125cc engine capacity and 50 tuk-tuks for the Special Task Force (STF).

Sajith Premadasa meets Indian Finance Minister in New Delhi

Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa met India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at the Ministry of Finance in New Delhi for discussions on deepening bilateral economic cooperation and regional integration.

Tickets to go on sale for ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka from Tuesday

Tickets for the three-match ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka will go on sale online from 12 pm on Tuesday, 4 November.

’Wicked’ star Jonathan Bailey named ’sexiest man alive’

English actor Jonathan Bailey, who returns to movie theaters this month in the musical film ’’Wicked: For Good,’’ was named this year’s ’’sexiest man alive’’ by People magazine on Monday.

Tamil Nadu CM urges Jaishankar to ensure release of detained fishermen in Sri Lanka

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin wrote a letter to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, urging him to initiate immediate diplomatic efforts with the Sri Lankan Government to secure the release of all detained fishermen from Tamil Nadu along with their fishing boats.

Life threats to MP Adaikkalanathan, complaint lodged with Jaffna Police

Member of Parliament Selvam Adaikkalanathan has lodged a complaint with the Jaffna Police, stating that he has received death threats.

TPA will not participate in the joint opposition rally: Mano

The Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) will not participate in the joint opposition rally which is to be held in Nugegoda on November 21, its leader Mano Ganesan said.

Update: Businessman killed in Ambalangoda shooting

A businessman who was injured in a shooting near the Ambalangoda Urban Council premises this morning (4) has succumbed to his injuries.

Soldier killed, three injured in brick-wall collapse

An army soldier was killed and three others injured when a brick-wall of an abandoned building at 59th Brigade Camp at Mulliyaweli in Mullaitivu collapsed on them.

Former Finance Secretary Charitha Ratwatte arrested

Former Secretary to the Ministry of Finance and Senior Advisor to the former Prime Minister, Charitha Ratwatte, was arrested today by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption.

ASPI surpasses 23,000 milestone, fueling investor optimism

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) continued its bullish momentum as the All Share Price Index (ASPI) surpassed the 23,000 mark, reflecting growing investor confidence and sustained market optimism.

Over 100,000 houses built with mud, rocks, and thatched with Palmyra leaves, cadjan or straw

Over 100,000 houses in Sri Lanka currently have been built using mud and rocks for walls and roofed with Palmyra leaves, cadjan or straws, highlighting the lack of weather–prone housing conditions, according to the Department of Census and Statistics (DCS).

High-profile corruption arrests continue across public sector

Several former top government officials are now under the radar of the Bribery Commission over alleged corruption, as the Commission intensifies its probe into the misuse of public resources.

Government to open cannabis cultivation project to local investors

The government plans to offer local investors the opportunity to participate in the country’s cannabis cultivation project, which has so far been limited to foreign companies, Deputy Minister of Health Hansaka Wijemuni said.

Probation officer arrested for rape

A probation officer was arrested yesterday by the Ampara Division Women and Children’s Bureau on suspicion of rape of two underage girls in a Home for the Children in Dehiattakandiya in Ampara.

Taxpayers’ money go up in smoke as docs abandon service

Billions of rupees of taxpayers’ money have gone down the drain as hundreds of government doctors have deserted their posts and forfeited their foreign training opportunities.

Sri Lanka ready to tap Mannar Basin’s $267Bn oil and gas potential

Sri Lanka is planning to open international tenders during the first week of next month, calling for bids for oil and gas exploration and development in the Mannar Basin, an official said.

Tourist arrivals in October hit record high

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry posted a record-breaking performance in October 2025, welcoming 165,193 visitors.

Trott and Afghanistan to part ways after 2026 T20 World Cup

Former England batter Jonathan Trott will leave his job as head coach of Afghanistan after next year’s men’s T20 World Cup.

FIFA dismisses Malaysia appeals in forgery scandal

FIFA on Monday announced it had dismissed the appeals lodged by Malaysia’s football federation (FAM) and its seven players in the on-going eligibility scandal linked to forged documents used for an Asia Cup qualifier.