Footage released on arrest of Kehelbaddara Padme and gang in Indonesia

A series of video clips showing the arrest of five wanted criminals, including notorious underworld figure Kehelbaddara Padme, in Indonesia have been released.

‘Army Suranga’ arrested with firearm

The Western Province (South) Crime Division arrested a suspect in Hanwella who is suspected to be the gunman linked to the organised criminal known as ‘Homagama Handaya.’

President’s Entitlements Repeal Bill to be debated tomorrow

The Business Committee of Parliament has decided to debate the President’s Entitlements Repeal Bill tomorrow, Communications Department of Parliament said.

Cabinet clears 2026 Appropriation Bill

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal to present the Appropriation Bill for the Financial Year 2026 to Parliament.

Asia Cup 2025 in UAE: Full schedule, match timings, and Sri Lanka’s fixtures

The wait is over. The Asia Cup 2025 kicks off today (September 9) in the UAE, with Afghanistan taking on Hong Kong in Abu Dhabi to set the stage for three weeks of high-octane cricket.

43 countries express solidarity with Sri Lanka at UNHRC: Foreign Ministry

Some 43 countries that spoke during the Interactive Dialogue (ID) at the 60th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva expressed solidarity with Sri Lanka, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism said.

Proceedings against Keheliya and family before magistrate’s court concluded

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today ordered the conclusion of proceedings before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court in respect of former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and his family members.

Foreign employment agency defrauds Rs. 460 mn from job seekers: Deputy Minister

A foreign employment agency named ’Rainbow Agency’ has defrauded Rs. 460 million from overseas job seekers, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra said today.

National air quality monitoring website launched

The Central Environmental Authority (CEA) launched the National Website for Air Quality Monitoring in line with the celebration of the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies.

Rajitha released on bail

Former Fisheries Minister Rajitha Senaratne was released on bail in connection with the alleged misappropriation of state funds through a sand mining project at the Kirinda Fisheries Harbour.

Thai court says ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra must serve year in prison

Thailand’s Supreme Court has ruled that former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra must serve one year in prison, in a watershed case for the kingdom.

Govt. to submit list of former ministers and parliamentarians, others having links with underworld criminals

The government intends to submit a list of former ministers and parliamentarians and other high profile characters who maintained links with organised criminals to Parliament, sources said.

Supreme Court’s green light for President’s Entitlements Repeal Bill

The Supreme Court has held that the President’s Entitlements Repeal Bill, which seeks to abolish certain privileges of former Presidents, is in accordance with the Constitution and can be passed by a simple majority, Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne announced in Parliament today.

France in fresh political crisis after MPs oust prime minister

France has been plunged into a new political crisis with the defeat of Prime Minister François Bayrou at a confidence vote in the National Assembly.

Police to introduce body-worn cameras for all traffic officers

In a bid to promote accountability on the roads, the Sri Lanka Police will soon begin issuing body-worn cameras to all traffic officers to improve transparency and reduce misconduct during public interactions.

Sri Lanka seeks to opt out of vote on UNHRC resolution

Sri Lanka has decided not to seek a vote when the core group of countries led by the United Kingdom (UK) presents its proposed resolution to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) later this month, seeking a mechanism to pursue accountability, human rights issues here, Daily Mirror learns.

Nepal lifts social media ban after 19 killed in protests

Nepal has lifted a social media ban after it led to clashes between protesters and police that have left at least 19 people dead.

Private security officer remanded over alleged video recording of Chief Justice’s vehicle

A private security officer, accused of allegedly video recording the vehicle carrying Chief Justice Preethi Padman Surasena, was ordered to be remanded till September 10 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today.

Villagers mistake nighttime traveller, assaults him and releases video to social media

An individual travelling from Colombo to Welimada who fell asleep in the bus had missed the destination and alighted from the bus at an unknown area, only to be severely assaulted by the villagers who mistook him for a robber. Having seen the video footage of him being assaulted released to social media, he had committed suicide.

Raw materials for narcotics production cleared by Customs despite foreign intelligence warning: Sajith

While alleging that two containers comprising raw material used to produce narcotic drugs have been cleared despite prior warnings by foreign intelligence units, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today urged the government to reveal how they have reached the producers.

Three arrested over Middeniya double murder

Three suspects were arrested this morning in connection with the incident where two youths were shot dead in Thorakolayaya, Middeniya in June this year.

Driver negligence caused Ella-Wellawaya bus accident: Senior DIG

The fatal bus accident on the Ella-Wellawaya road was caused by the negligence of the driver, Senior DIG of Traffic Administration and Road Safety, Indika Hapugoda said.

University girl harassed on bus, suspect brought before court

The Cinnamon Gardens police arrested a person and produced him before court over allegations of harassing a university girl in a passenger bus while seated behind her.

Appeals for grade 5 scholarship exam re-scrutiny open tomorrow

The process for submitting appeals for the re-scrutiny of the 2024 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination results will commence tomorrow (9), the Department of Examinations said.

Government has ended culture of political favoritism: Bimal Rathnayake

Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Minister Bimal Rathnayake said the government has ended the culture of political favoritism, stressing that everyone is subject to the people’s mandate and no one is above it.

Watch Namal’s reactions closely when responding: Namal Karunaratne

Agriculture and Livestock Deputy Minister Namal Karunaratne called on the public to closely observe the facial reactions of MP Namal Rajapaksa when responding to questions.

CSE retreats after early gains amid volatility

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) experienced another volatile session today, with the ASPI declining 86.15 points, or 0.41%, to close at 20,905.83. The market opened with optimism, surging over 140 points, but gradually retraced to end in negative territory.

Politicians panicking during criminal arrest reveals underworld drug links: Minister

Looking at the politicians who panicked during the arrest of notorious organised criminal Mandinu Padmasiri, alias ‘Kehelbaddara Padme,’ and his associates, shows the connections between drugs and the underworld, Mass Media and Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said.

Sri Lanka opposed to any external mechanism: Sri Lanka tells UNHRC

Sri Lanka is opposed to any external mechanism imposed on Sri Lanka such as the Sri Lanka Accountability Project which serves to create divisions and complicate the national reconciliation process underway in Sri Lanka, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath said.

SC to hear petition on state’s inaction over climate change

The Supreme Court has granted leave to proceed with a Fundamental Rights petition filed challenging the state’s failure to adopt and implement adequate measures to mitigate the adverse impacts of climate change.