Ishara Sewwandi arrested in Nepal

Five individuals, including the main suspect Ishara Sewwandi, wanted in connection with the murder of organized crime gang leader Ganemulla Sanjeewa, have been arrested in Nepal.

Laugfs Gas suspends Dubai unit after US sanctions

Laugfs Gas PLC announced on Monday its decision to temporarily suspend all commercial operations of its Dubai-based subsidiary, SLOGAL Energy DMCC, following its designation on a sanctions list by the US Treasury.

Stray dogs take over Karapitiya Hospital, posing serious health risk

The staff and patients of the Karapitiya Teaching Hospital in Galle have been left vulnerable to an increasing number of stray dogs roaming freely within the hospital premises.

President holds discussion with plantation companies over workers’ daily wage

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake held a special discussion with representatives of plantation companies regarding the proposed increase in the plantation workers’ daily wage.

Tense situation after CEB trade union representative removed from discussion with Minister

A tense situation was reported this afternoon after a trade union representative of the Joint National Freedom Employees Union was removed from the discussion with Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody and trade union leaders of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB).

Colombo stock market ends mixed amid volatile trading

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) experienced a volatile trading session today, with the market oscillating between the 22,200 and 22,400 levels before closing with mixed sentiment. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) ended marginally higher, while the S&P SL20 dipped into negative territory, reflecting a divergence in investor sentiment across key sectors.

Economic Development Officer arrested over aiding, abetting bribe

An Economic Development Officer attached to the Niyagama Divisional Secretariat was arrested by the Bribery Commission for aiding and abetting the Housing Officer of the National Housing Development Authority to accept a bribe.

Supreme Court orders Rs. 1 million compensation for torture by Kottawa Police officers

In another landmark ruling reaffirming the constitutional protection against torture, the Supreme Court ordered six police officers attached to the Kottawa Police Station to pay Rs. 1 million in compensation to an omnibus operator who was subjected to inhuman treatment in 2016.

New Secretary appointed to Ministry of Housing, Construction

Engineer L. Kumudu Lal Bogahawatta has been appointed as the Secretary to the Ministry of Housing, Construction and Water Supply.

Sri Lankan state leaders invited for official visit to France

The French government has invited Sri Lankan state leaders for an official visit to France, the National People’s Power (NPP) said.

Reserve Bank of India permits Indian Banks to lend in Indian Rupees in Sri Lanka

The Reserve Bank of India has issued a Gazette Notification regarding the amendment to the Foreign Exchange Management (Borrowing and Lending) Regulations, 2018 which permits Indian Banks to lend in Indian Rupees to a bank or individual resident in Sri Lanka, Bhutan and Nepal.

Foreign economic experts have warned SL of another economic crisis: Sajith

Foreign economic experts have warned that Sri Lanka will face another economic crisis in 2028 as it is not expected to earn the desired economic growth, attract sufficient foreign direct investments (FDI) and foreign remittance to earn USD 5 billion which will be needed annually to settle debts, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said today.

Migrant remittances rise to US$ 695.7 million in September

The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE), citing data from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, reports that migrant worker remittances in September 2025 increased to US$ 695.7 million, marking a notable rise from US$ 555.6 million recorded in September 2024 a year-on-year increase of US$ 140.1 million.

Minor fire breaks out at ITI building Colombo

A minor fire has broken out at the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI) building located on the Bauddhaloka Mawatha in Colombo.

FR petition filed against heavy mineral sand mining project in Mannar

A Fundamental Rights petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the proposed heavy mineral sand extraction project on Mannar Island.

Mount Lavinia HQI transferred

Mount Lavinia Police Headquarters Inspector (HQI) H.T.M. Thushara has been transferred with immediate effect, Police said.

England Women’s Cricket Team bats for girls’ empowerment in SL

The England Women’s Cricket Team joined over 40 girls representing 12 districts for a training session at the Singhalese Sports Club ground, according to a statement from the British High Commission.

Hamas hands over all remaining hostages to Israel, Trump says Gaza war over

Hamas handed over all 20 surviving hostages to Israel on Monday, a major step towards ending two years of devastating war in Gaza as U.S. President Donald Trump, who helped broker the truce, proclaimed it was ’’a great day’’.

Ex-President records statement before Bribery Commission

Former President Maithripala Sirisena appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption this morning (13).

Public cheers as Police constable granted bail

The Police Constable, remanded for allegedly assaulting a lawyer at the Mount Lavinia court premises, was greeted with cheers after being granted bail today.

Sri Lanka chairs WHO South-East Asia Regional Committee session

The 78th session of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Regional Committee for South-East Asia commenced in Colombo today (13), with Sri Lanka’s Health Minister, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, elected as Chairman for a one-year term.

Man killed in toilet pit explosion in Pilana

A 56-year-old man was killed following an explosion in a toilet pit at his residence in Pilana, Nagashandiya, within the Habaraduwa Police Division.

Government online services disrupted due to Lanka Government Cloud outage

Several online public services operated by government institutions have been temporarily disrupted following a technical issue affecting the Lanka Government Cloud (LGC).

First seven Israeli hostages released by Hamas in Gaza

Israel has received the first seven captives released by Hamas and handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Gaza.

Trump says ‘don’t worry about China’ after Beijing responds to 100% tariff threat

President Trump moved to ease tensions with China on Sunday after threatening to impose a sweeping 100% tariff on all its imports in retaliation for Beijing’s new export controls.

Mount Lavinia court incident: Constable granted bail

The police officer charged in connection with assaulting an attorney-at-law within the Mount Lavinia Court premises was released on bail today.

Red Cross begins operation to receive first Israeli hostages in Gaza

The Red Cross said on Monday it had begun an operation in the Gaza Strip to pick up the first of 20 surviving Israeli hostages from militant group Hamas, the initial phase of a ceasefire agreement aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza that U.S. President Donald Trump helped to broker

Sri Lankan among three arrested at Bengaluru airport with drugs

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Oct 9 seized 45.4kg of hydro ganja and 6kg of psilocybin mushrooms at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA). Three persons, including a Sri Lankan, were arrested.

One in four Sri Lankan teens likely to suffer from depression

A new study has revealed that a large number of Sri Lankan adolescents are facing serious mental health challenges, with one in four showing clinically significant symptoms of depression and more than half reporting high levels of psychological distress.

Harsha de Silva defends Suwa Seriya brand

Samagi Jana Balawegaya MP Harsha de Silva clarified that despite government claims, the Suwa Seriya ambulance service is not his personal property.