Public survey and report claim police department as most corrupt

According to a recent report by Transparency International Sri Lanka on corruption in the private to public sectors, the findings states that Sri Lankan police actively engage in corruption, such as demanding personal items free of charge and helping the finance sector by placing undue pressure on their clients.

Mount Lavinia Magistrate rejects request to arrest Wasantha Samarasinghe, others

Mount Lavinia Magistrate Pasan Amarasekara today rejected a request made on behalf of the complainant to arrest and take into custody individuals named as suspects, namely Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe, Mahinda Jayasinghe and Kaduwela Mayor Ranjan Jayalal, in connection with an alleged fraud involving a two-storied building on a coconut estate owned by the National Workers Institute.

Another shooting kills man in Tissamaharama

A man was killed in a shooting incident in Muthiyammagama in Tissamaharama this afternoon.

Dozens of delegates walk out of UN hall as Israeli prime minister prepares to speak

Defending his country’s military actions, Israel’s president rejected the idea of a Palestinian state and demanded the release of hostages still held by Hamas.

Captains exude confidence going into ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

The skippers of all teams participating in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 spoke at a special Captains’ Day event which was held simultaneously in Bengaluru and Colombo, expressing their eagerness and confidence with just four days to go before the tournament starts.

Government has politicised Foreign Service: Mujibur

The government has politicised the Foreign Service where those who are not in the Foreign Service have been appointed as ambassadors, contrary to its election promises, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Mujibur Rahman said today.

CSE closes week on a strong note amid buoyant sentiment

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) ended the week firmly in positive territory, extending its bullish momentum as investor confidence continued to strengthen.

Motion seeks more powers to COPE

A motion to amend the Standing Orders pertaining to taking legal action against serious financial frauds or corruption being disclosed at the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) was presented to Parliament today (26).

Archchuna agitated over introducing LGBTQ tourism

Jaffna District MP Ramanathan Archchuna was seen agitated over the decision to promote Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) tourism in Sri Lanka, while calling it is absurd for the government to act against corporal punishment while promoting LGBTQ.

Three government officers arrested while accepting bribes

An Agrarian Development Officer, a Management Assistant and a female security officer were arrested by bribery officials in two seperate incidents.

Four university students remanded over ragging

A group of third-year students of the North Western University in Kuliyapitiya who caused grievous hurt to a new entrant under the pretext of ragging were arrested by the Kuliyapitiya police.

Three vehicles collide injuring eleven

At least eleven people were injured after a three-wheeler, a van and a lorry collided against each other at Wewita on the Bandaragama-Kalutara Road.

Two Sri Lankans in Israel to be repatriated tomorrow over drug addiction

Two Sri Lankans employed in Israel, who have reportedly become physically and mentally unstable due to drug addiction, will be repatriated tomorrow (27), the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) announced.

“This means a lot to me. That is why we all voted for you,” President Anura praised in US

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was commended by members of the Sri Lankan community in the United States during his recent meeting, with one participant lauding his sincerity and straightforward leadership style.

Thieves break into Colombo DIG’s office auditorium

Thieves have reportedly broken into the auditorium on the sixth floor of the Colombo DIG’s office on Olcott Mawatha, Pettah, and stolen copper wiring from the electrical system.

Former army officials to be arrested over Easter Sunday attacks: President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said that investigations into the 2019 Easter Sunday bomb attacks are continuing and advancing and that one or two former Army officials are expected to be arrested over the incident.

Namal proceeds with legal action against Deputy Minister Watagala

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser MP Namal Rajapaksa has proceeded with legal action against Deputy Minister of Public Security Sunil Watagala over what he described as defamatory remarks.

Court allows Sampath Manamperi to be detained for 90 days

The Walasmulla Magistrate’s Court today (26) granted permission to detain and interrogate Sampath Manamperi, who is currently in remand custody, for a period of 90 days.

Manusha Nanayakkara seeks protection from arrest in bribery probe

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanka S. Bodaragama today (26) issued notice to the Director General of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), directing him to appear before court on October 03 and present submissions regarding the bail application filed on behalf of former Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment, Manusha Nanayakkara.

Court orders probe into attempted sale of Nepal Embassy land

Colombo Additional Magistrate Liyan Warusha Withana directed the Colombo Crimes Division to conduct an immediate investigation and report to court regarding an incident where a group of unidentified individuals had allegedly entered into a plot of land belonging to the Embassy of Nepal and attempted to unlawfully survey and sell the property.

Mention of CIABOC DG causes argument in Parliament

Heated arguments erupted when Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Mujibur Rahman mentioned that the current Director General of the Commission to Investigate Allegations on Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has been working for the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) Legal Affairs Unit.

Fire at clothing factory in Egypt kills at least eight and injures 35

A fire broke out Friday morning at a clothing factory in northern Egypt, killing at least eight people and injuring 35 others, the Egyptian Health Ministry said.

Belarus, Sri Lanka preparing to launch direct flights

Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Maxim Ryzhenkov met with Sri Lankan Minister of Foreign Affairs Viditha Herath on the sidelines of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Watagala sends letter of demand to Namal

Deputy Minister of Public Security, Sunil Watagala, has sent a letter of demand seeking Rs. 2 billion in compensation from Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa.

Sri Lanka endorses project to promote LGBTIQ tourism

Sri Lanka Tourism has officially endorsed a project initiated by rights organisation EQUAL GROUND to promote and develop LGBTIQ tourism in the country.

Appropriation Bill 2026 presented to Parliament

The Appropriation Bill which underscores the total government expenditure for the year 2026 was presented to Parliament by Deputy Minister Anil Jayantha today.

President concludes US visit, departs for Japan

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake concluded his visit to the United States, where he attended the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, and left for Japan from John F. Kennedy International Airport on the night of September 25.

Namal demands fair trial, says crucial documents withheld

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa, who has been indicted in connection with the alleged Krrish deal, raised concerns today over the prosecution’s failure to provide several documents requested by the defence to ensure a fair trial.

Central Expressway to be completed by 2028: Minister

The government intends to complete the Central Expressway by 2028, Transport Minister Bimal Ratnayake told Parliament today.

Rainfall to gradually decrease after October 3: Met Dept.

The prevailing rainy conditions are expected to gradually ease in the coming days, the Department of Meteorology said.