Ex-Presidents lose perks; Pensions next in line

In a rare event of legislative work, a bill which was passed by Parliament was signed into Act the same day stripping former Presidents and their widows of facilities - residences, transport and secretariat allowances.

SJB MP Prasad Siriwardana tenders apology to Govt MP

Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) MP Prasad Siriwardana tendered a public apology today to government MP Lakmali Hemachandra for the rude remarks he made in Parliament yesterday.

Trump ally and activist Charlie Kirk shot dead at Utah university

Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University. He was 31 years old.

New rules to regulate vehicles transporting school children

The Education Ministry has decided to introduce a new set of rules and regulations for vehicles used to transport school children.

SL’s corporate tax collection lags regional peers, threatening fiscal recovery: WB

Sri Lanka’s corporate income tax (CIT) collection remains far below the regional peers, raising concerns over the sustainability of government revenue and its post-crisis fiscal recovery, the World Bank (WB) highlighted.

Key takeaways from Sri Lanka’s CWC25 squad

Here are the key talking points from Sri Lanka’s squad for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.

Kuldeep stars as ’clinical’ India crush UAE in Asia Cup T20

Kuldeep Yadav returned figures of 4-7 to lead holders India to a crushing nine-wicket win over hosts United Arab Emirates in their opening match of the Asia Cup on Wednesday.

Police foil planned nightclub attack in Kollupitiya, seize weapons

In the wake of escalating gun violence in several areas, police averted a major attack suspected to have been orchestrated by an organized criminal gang targeting an individual reportedly working at nightclubs in Kollupitiya.

Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill has no bearing on former Presidents’ security: Minister

The Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill has no bearing on the security of former Presidents after its enactment, Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala said today.

Namal warns of rising extremism behind South Asian protests

Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa has expressed concern over the unfolding situation in Nepal, drawing parallels with protests that have erupted across South Asia in recent years.

Over 200,000 vehicles imported since January

A total of 200,026 vehicles have been imported into the country between January 1 and September 2025, of which 154,537 have already been released by the Department of Customs, the Committee on Finance revealed.

Four arrested over fake bank website scam, Rs. 50 million stolen

Four suspects were ordered to be remanded till September 25 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama, over allegations of creating a fake website resembling that of a private bank in Sri Lanka and fraudulently obtaining Rs. 50 million belonging to the bank.

SC introduces card payment transactions for court payments

The introduction of card transaction facilities to the court system, as a preliminary step toward automating public payments, took place today at the Supreme Court premises under the patronage of Chief Justice Preethi Padman Surasena.

Sacked ref accused of making indecent image of child

Former Premier League referee David Coote has been charged with making an indecent image of a child.

Opposition contemplating no-confidence motion against Speaker

All Opposition parties representing Parliament are to initiate a dialogue to decide on bringing in a no-confidence motion against Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne whom they accuse of failing to come up with a proper ruling on the no faith motion against Deputy Defence Minister Aruna Jayasekera.

UPDATE: Fire reported in Sapugaskanda oil refinery

A fire has erupted at Tank 2 (slug tank) of the Sapugaskanda oil refinery this evening, a senior official from the refinery confirmed.

SLBFE warns against unauthorized agents for overseas jobs

The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) has issued a warning to job seekers to avoid dealing with unauthorized agents or middlemen.

Online applications open for 1,500 renovation jobs in Israel

The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) has announced that online applications are now open for 1,500 vacancies in Israel’s general renovation sector.

Writ petition filed to halt illegal activities in Wilpattu National Park

The Environmental Foundation (Guarantee) Limited (EFL) filed a writ application before the Court of Appeal seeking urgent intervention to halt alleged illegal activities within the Wilpattu National Park, particularly in and around the Pallekandal Church in Block V of the park.

Nepal Protests: Kathmandu airport reopens

After a 24-hour closure, Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport has reopened for all civilian flights, according to a statement from the Nepal Civil Aviation Authority on Wednesday.

CSE rebounds strongly amid elevated turnover

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) witnessed an eventful session today, marked by sharp intraday swings and robust investor activity.

Protective embankment built at site of fatal Ella-Wellawaya accident

A protective embankment was constructed today (10) at the 15th milepost on the Ella-Wellawaya main road, where 15 persons were killed and 18 others injured in a tragic bus accident last week, Uva Province Governor’s Counsel, Attorney-at-Law Kapila Jayasekara said.

All the squads for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

Hosts India were the first team to announce their 15-member squad for the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.

House hunting begins for Mahinda Rajapaksa

Supporters of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa have begun searching for a new residence in Colombo for him, following the enactment of a new law that stripped former Presidents of their official benefits, a source close to him said.

Speaker endorses Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill

Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne endorsed the certification on the Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill this afternoon, the Parliament Communication Department said.

Circular issued on student admissions from grade 2 to 11

The Education Ministry has issued a new circular regarding the admission of students from Grade 2 to Grade 11, excluding Grades 5 and 6.

Makandure Madush’s wife urges IGP to probe his death

The wife of late underworld figure Makandure Madush, Gayani Muthumala, has requested the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to investigate into the death of her husband, alleging that there is suspicion over his death while in Police custody.

Body of one-year-old found on Bambalapitiya beach

The body of a one-year-old boy was discovered washed ashore near the Bambalapitiya railway station beach this morning, police said.

Archchuna only Opposition MP to support President’s Entitlement Repeal Bill

Opposition MP Ramanathan Archchuna became the only MP to vote in favour of the President’s Entitlement Repeal Bill, which seeks to cut down privileges of former Presidents.

Third reading of President’s Entitlement Repeal Bill approved without a vote

The third reading of the President’s Entitlement Repeal Bill was approved by Parliament without a vote today.