BASL condemns attempts by authorities to breach attorney-client confidentiality

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) expressed deep concern over recent reports indicating attempts by Law Enforcement Agencies and Prosecuting Authorities to obtain information from Attorneys-at-Law related to their professional duties.

No threat from new COVID-19 variant: Health Ministry

The Ministry of Health has reassured the public that there is no threat of a new COVID-19 variant spreading in Sri Lanka.

Lakmali Hemachandra appointed Chairperson of Sectoral Oversight Committee on Economic Development

NPP MP Lakmali Hemachandra was appointed as the Chairperson of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Economic Development and International Relations, the Communications Department of Parliament said.

British ’drugs mule’, 21, speaks from behind bars in Sri Lanka

A young British woman facing years locked in a grim Sri Lankan jail after being caught with £1.2 million worth of cannabis has told of her despair – and insisted she has been set up.

Veterinary Association criticises Health Ministry for poorly managed sterilisation programmes

The Association of Veterinarians for Humane Management of Animal Population has raised serious concerns about how the Health Ministry is running the country’s animal sterilisation programmes.

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky uncovers sophisticated CEO impersonation scam

Kaspersky has detected a series of targeted cyber attacks where fraudsters impersonated company CEOs to deceive finance departments into paying fake invoices. These sophisticated Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks involved emails mimicking correspondence between executives and alleged contractor companies, urging urgent payments for ’’consulting services.’’

Five men smuggling Rs. 71 Mn worth Kush arrested at BIA

Five local males attempting to smuggle in Kush worth Rs. 71.5 million from Bangkok were arrested by Sri Lanka Customs at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) last night.

Former Kundasale PS Chairman Asela Ekanayake granted bail

Asela Ekanayake, the former Chairman of the Kundasale Pradeshiya Sabha, who was arrested today by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption, was released on bail today.

No more Prabakaran’s salt: Handunnetti tells Archchuna

A heated argument erupted between Industries Minister Sunil Handunnetti and Independent MP Ramanathan Archchuna in Parliament over the salt issue.

Sri Lanka battles surge in dengue, chikungunaya

Health athuorities warn the public to stay alert as cases of dengue and chkiungunaya are increasing, driven by the current weather conditions that favour mosquito breeding.

Indian plane makes safe landing despite significant damage during hailstorm

An Indian passenger jet that encountered a hailstorm mid-flight and left passengers terrified, made a safe landing, despite significant damage to the plane.

Suspended sentence imposed on Sakvithi, his wife

Chandana Weerakumara, also known as Sakvithi Ranasinghe and his wife Kumari Anuradhani were convicted by Colombo High Court Judge Adithya Patabandige for operating a company in the Nugegoda area between November 1, 2006 and September 11, 2008, in violation of the Finance Companies Act.

Over 100 kgs of narcotics seized in Weeraketiya, two arrested

Two suspects were arrested in Weeraketiya with over 100 kilograms of narcotics.

Stray dogs even in Parliament premises; Deputy Minister questions effectiveness of sterilisation

Deputy Minister of Health Dr. Hansaka Wijemuni raised questions on the effectiveness of the sterilisation programmes, claiming that if the programme is successful, there cannot be stray dogs everywhere, even in Parliament.

Over 284,000 pregnancies in 2022: Health experts call for better infant care

Sri Lanka has recorded a total of 284,008 pregnancies in 2022, reflecting 257,953 live births, the College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL) said.

Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple to be declared a sacred site: Prime Minister

The Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple is to be declared as a sacred site, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya told Parliament today.

Chamal has given Mahaweli lands to political acquaintances: SJB MP

Former Minister Chamal Rajapaksa had given acres of Mahaweli lands to political acquaintances without any basis, SJB MP Hesha Vithanage alleged today.

Two Israeli embassy staffers killed in Washington shooting, suspect held

Two Israeli embassy staff were killed in a shooting outside an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC, on Wednesday night, and a suspect is in custody, according to officials and media reports.

Poovarasankulam OIC arrested for soliciting Rs. 500,000 bribe

The Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Poovarasankulam Police Station in Vavuniya has been arrested by the Bribery Commission for allegedly soliciting a bribe of Rs. 500,000.

CBSL further reduces Overnight Policy Rate

The Monetary Policy Board has reduced the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) by 25 bps to 7.75% at its meeting held yesterday, thereby easing monetary policy further.

Tea for Harmony – Yaji 2025

Men contribute more to rising infertility rates: Experts

While both men and women play a role in infertility among young couples in Sri Lanka, men are seen as contributing more significantly to the problem.

A ray of hope for young warriors

Sterilizing homeless dogs living in KDU Hospital

Sri Lanka to unveil AI legislative roadmap in coming months

Sri Lanka is set to release a comprehensive white paper outlining its legislative roadmap for artificial intelligence (AI) within the next two to three months, according to AI Advisory Committee Chairman Dr. Romesh Ranawana.

Top Norwegian experts warn against investment in petroleum exploration

In the wake of the Sri Lankan government preparing for offshore petroleum exploration , a leading Norwegian expert in the field , said that it is a risky investment when the world is moving towards renewable energy sources more and more.

National consumer prices decline 0.8% in April on cut to petrol prices

Prices could flip into inflationary territory in a month or two as expected by Central Bank

CC rejects President’s nominee for Auditor General’s Post

The Constitutional Council (CC) has rejected President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s nominee for the post of Auditor General, reliable sources told Daily Mirror.

Tottenham defeat Manchester United to win Europa League final

Brennan Johnson scores the only goal as Tottenham beat Man Utd to lift the cup and qualify for the Champions League.

Suryakumar helps Mumbai crush Delhi to clinch playoff berth

Suryakumar Yadav’s unbeaten 73 and a late blitz by Naman Dhir powered Mumbai Indians into the Indian Premier League playoffs with a 59-run hammering of Delhi Capitals on Wednesday.