Sri Lankan seniors win silver

Sri Lanka enjoyed a historic outing at the BWF World Senior Championships 2025, clinching three silver medals at the prestigious tournament held at the Eastern National Sports Training Centre in Pattaya, Thailand.

Education Minister explains delay in issuing interim circular on school admissions

The interim circular on the admission of children was issued late because the Ministry was working to resolve multiple issues while formulating the new policy, with the aim of minimising pressure on the children, Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said.

More time for budget debate this time: Bimal

It has been decided to allocate more time for the budget debate especially during the committee stage, Leader of the House Bimal Ratnayake said today.

CSE slumps over 250 points as banking counters weigh heavily

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) ended sharply lower on Monday, extending its negative run and delivering a weak start to the week. The ASPI fell 257.01 points (-1.25%) to close at 20,355.39, while the S&P SL20 declined 74.28 points (-1.26%) to 5,798.84.

Expert committee’s report on BYD due within next few weeks: AG informs Court

The Attorney General today informed the Court of Appeal that the expert committee’s report on the engine capacity of BYD vehicles is expected within the next few weeks.

PUCSL calls for public consultation on proposed 3rd electricity tariff revision

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced a public consultation on the proposed third electricity tariff revision for the fourth quarter of 2025, submitted by the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB).

Magampura Port Management Company defaults USD 18.82 mn to private bank

The Magampura Port Management Company has failed to settle US dollars 18.82 million (Rs. 6,836 million) out of the US dollar 24 million loan obtained from a private bank under a Corporate Guarantee of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA), a Parliamentary Committee reveals.

Plans to modernise Maradana Railway Station

Plans are afoot to modernise the Maradana Railway Station in a manner that preserves its historical and architectural heritage, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Time for Opposition in Parliament being curtailed: Sajith

Time allocated in Parliament for the Opposition to raise real issues faced by the people is being curtailed, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa alleged today.

Sampath Manamperi announces plan to surrender before court

Sampath Manamperi, who is wanted in connection with the discovery of two containers of chemicals suspected to be used in the manufacture of the drug “Ice” in the Middeniya area, today informed the Court of Appeal through his lawyer that he intends to surrender before the Magistrate’s Court.

PCB threatens Asia Cup pullout over referee handshake row

The board accuses referee Andy Pycroft of neglecting duties as India-Pakistan handshake row sparks major tournament dispute

HDA officer arrested in Pitigala over Rs. 50,000 bribe

A Housing Development Authority (HDA) technical officer was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs. 50,000 in Pitigala

“I don’t arrange people to visit me” – Maithripala

Referring to the large crowd that gathered to see former President Mahinda Rajapaksa as he was leaving his Carlton House residence, former President Maithripala Sirisena said he does not bring people.

Sunil Watagala denies allegations of purchasing luxury residence

Deputy Minister of Public Security Sunil Watagala denied allegations circulating on social media that he had purchased a luxury residence at the Cinnamon Life complex.

Rasamanickam raises concern over Mylathamadu Farmers’ protest

Illankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) Parliamentarian Shanakiyan Rasamanickam has expressed concern over the continuing farmers’ protest in Mylathamadu, Batticaloa, which entered its second year today.

Another suspected ICE production factory uncovered in Hambantota

Another suspected crystal methamphetamine (ICE) production factory operating from an apartment complex in Hambantota, has been discovered by the Kalutara Crimes Investigations Division.

Plans afoot to set up 50 multimodal transport centres by 2029

The government aims to establish at least 50 multimodal transport centres across the country by 2029, Transport Minister Bimal Rathnayake announced today.

Rs. 2,000 note gradually enters circulation: CBSL

The Rs. 2,000 commemorative currency note, issued recently, will be gradually released into circulation through licensed commercial banks, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) said.

Rising seas will threaten 1.5 million Australians by 2050

One and a half million Australians living in coastal areas are at risk from rising sea levels by 2050, a landmark climate report has warned.

Scared to answer even an urgent call of nature under the present Govt: SJB member

A person will be scared to answer even an urgent call of nature outdoors under the present regime as legal action could be taken against him for environmental pollution, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Executive Committee Member Mahesh Senanayake said.

PCB breaks silence on ’no handshake’ controversy, lodges protest against India

Pakistan filed an official complaint after India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, refused post-match handshakes. PCB called this against the spirit of sports.

Rauff Hakeem criticises Government over stance on Israel–Qatar attack

Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) Leader, MP Rauff Hakeem, has criticised the government over its recent statement regarding Israel’s attack on Qatar, linked to the ongoing conflict with Palestine.

Renovation of Pettah Central Bus stand begins

The renovation of the Pettah Central Bus Stand has officially commenced under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Woman arrested for defacing Sigiriya’s historic Mirror Wall

A 21-year-old woman was arrested yesterda for allegedly defacing the historic Mirror Wall at the Sigiriya Rock Fortress by writing her name on it.

Adolescence triumphs at the Emmys while The Studio breaks records

Netflix’s breakout drama Adolescence has triumphed at this year’s Emmys, winning six awards.

Controversy surrounds appointment of Ganeshanathan as Dy. High Commissioner in Chennai

The recent appointment of Kedeeshwaran Ganeshanathan, a supporter of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), as Sri Lanka’s Deputy High Commissioner to Chennai has sparked significant concern among diplomatic circles and within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

High Post Committee to probe Ravi Seneviratne

The High Post Committee of Parliament has decided to summon Public Security Ministry Secretary Ravi Seneviratne for an inquiry into legal cases pending against him.

Online sex trade intensifies in Sri Lanka

Police have intensified attention to address the rapid rise of online prostitution platforms, amid growing concerns over cyber fraud, exploitation, and the involvement of vulnerable individuals, including minors. It was revealed that several tourists on tourist visas are engaging in such activities, further raising alarm, the Daily Mirror learns.

Strong Sri Lanka face struggling Hong Kong in Asia Cup 2025

Sri Lanka will look to build on their perfect start in Asia Cup when they take on a struggling Hong Kong in Dubai on Monday.

No handshakes as India beat Pakistan in Asia Cup T20

India beat Pakistan by seven wickets in the Asia Cup on Sunday as the neighbours met for the first time since a military conflict between them in May, but tensions simmered after the match as India’s players left the field without shaking hands.