Third Randoli Perahera tonight

The third Randoli Perahera of the historic Kandy Esala Festival is set to take place tonight (6), with the parade departing from the Sri Dalada Maligawa at the auspicious hour of 7:06 p.m.

Health ministry to appoint 1,408 doctors

The Health Ministry has called for applications to appoint 1,408 doctors who have completed their internship as Primary Grade Medical Officers.

Parliament approves electricity amendment bill with amendments

The Electricity Amendment Bill was passed in Parliament today following its third reading, which was approved without a vote. The second reading of the Bill was earlier approved with a majority of 96 votes, with 121 MPs voting in favour and 25 against.

Australian Governor-General Samantha Mostyn arrives

Governor-General of Australia Samantha Joy Mostyn arrived in Sri Lanka this afternoon for a three-day official visit, following an invitation extended by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Expedite appointments of new dental surgeons and address salary issues: Minister

Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has directed officials to expedite the appointment of new dental surgeons and to submit a proposal to the Ministry of Finance to resolve related salary issues.

Shashindra Rajapaksa remanded

Former Minister Shashindra Rajapaksa was today ordered to be remanded till August 19 by Colombo Cheif Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali Jayathunga, after being arrested on charges of corruption and conspiracy.

Students oppose KDU med degrees

21 drivers fined for violating railway crossing rules in Padukka

The Department of Railways has stepped up enforcement of the Railway Ordinance, leading to the arrest of 21 drivers who attempted to cross railway level crossings while the gates were closed to traffic.

Chichi's rocket has not disappeared, hints PM

The satellite launched by Supreme SAT Ltd. in 2012 with an investment of USD 300 million has paid dividends to the Sri Lankan government totalling an average sum of Rs. 20 billion annually, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya said, contradicting earlier statements by Leader of the House Bimal Ratnayake.

Using whitening cream during pregnancy can harm baby

Sri Lankan health officials warn of a sharp increase in nervous system and kidney diseases caused by harmful skin whitening creams which seriously damage the skin, Dermatologist Dr. K.D.C. Fernando said.

All Indian airports on maximum alert as security bureau warns of potential threat

The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security has placed all Indian airports on maximum alert following intelligence inputs warning of potential threats from terrorists or “anti-social elements” between September 22 and October 2, 2025.

Women and Child Affairs Ministry moves to expedite judicial proceedings over child abuse cases

The Women and Child Affairs Ministry has decided to fast-track ongoing judicial proceedings related to crimes committed against children, Ministry Secretary K.D.R. Olga said.

Ravi K calls for urgent reforms in leasing sector

UNP MP Ravi Karunanayake today (06) raised concerns in Parliament over what he described as aggressive and unfair practices in Sri Lanka’s leasing sector, particularly by finance companies regulated by the Central Bank.

Uproar in Parliament after Harshana responds to allegations on using President’s Fund

Parliament went into an uproar when Opposition MP Harshana Rajakaruna responded to the allegation on him seeking assistance from the President’s Fund.

Castlereagh, Maussakelle reservoirs near overflow levels amid heavy rain

The water levels of the Castlereagh and Maussakelle reservoirs are nearing critical levels due to ongoing heavy rainfall in the western slopes of the Central Highlands, engineers in charge of the reservoirs reported today.

Great Barrier Reef suffers worst coral decline on record

Parts of the Great Barrier Reef have suffered the largest annual decline in coral cover since records began nearly 40 years ago, according to a new report.

Grade 5 tuition classes banned from tonight

The Department of Examinations has announced that all tuition classes for the 2025 Grade Five Scholarship Examination will be prohibited from midnight today (August 6) until the conclusion of the exam on August 10.

Opposition MPs begin signing no faith motion on Deputy Defence Minister

Opposition MPs began signing the no-faith motion on Deputy Defence Minister Aruna Jayasekera today, MP Mujibur Rahman told the Daily Mirror.

Racer killed in 280mph crash while trying to break land speed record

Race organisers at Utah’s famed Bonneville Salt Flats have confirmed that a veteran driver died in a 283mph (455km/h) crash while trying to break the land speed record.

'You are the NPP leader’, Opposition MP tells PM

In what seemed to be a hint of the future of the government, Opposition MP Chaminda Wijesiri claimed in Parliament that it was Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya who was the leader of the National People’s Power (NPP), while asking an oral question into alleged corruption that has taken place during the tenure of the present government.

Trump administration to wind down mRNA vaccine development

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) said on Tuesday that it will start winding down mRNA vaccine development efforts under a federal health agency focused on developing medical countermeasures to address public health emergencies.

Around 63 persons arrested for bribery and corruption in 2025: Prime Minister

Around 63 persons have been arrested for bribery and corruption so far in 2025. This includes 28 state employees, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya told Parliament today.

GMOA warns of islandwide strike over transfer dispute

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has issued a warning of an islandwide strike if the Health Ministry fails to resolve issues related to the recent transfer list of doctors.

Shasheendra Rajapaksa arrested

Former State Minister Shasheendra Rajapaksa was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), a short while ago.

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Sagala Ratnayaka appears before CID

Former Chief of Staff to ex-President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Sagala Ratnayaka, arrived at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) today.

Hyderabad Immigration officer booked for stalking Sri Lankan woman

A Bureau of Immigration official at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad was booked for stalking a 24-year-old woman passenger from Sri Lanka at the airport.

Mahiyanganaya Additional District Judge interdicted

Mahiyangana Supernumerary Additional District Judge Rangani Gamage has been interdicted with immediate effect by the Judicial Service Commission, following several complaints received regarding her conduct as a judicial officer.

WhatsApp says it removed 6.8m accounts linked to scams

WhatsApp says it has taken down 6.8 million accounts linked to scammers targeting people around the world in the first half of this year.

Jailed ‘Harak Kata’ threatens Policeman over missing pen; Complaint lodged

A complaint has been lodged by an Inspector of Police attached to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), claiming that he was verbally abused and threatened by Nadun Chinthaka Wickramaratne, also known as ’’Harak Kata’’—a well-known organized criminal and large-scale drug trafficker over a missing carbon pen.