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SL ranks 89 in latest Human Development Index

Sri Lanka is ranked 89 in the latest Human Development Index (HDI), the UN Development Programme (UNDP) said on Tuesday.

CID summons Tusitha Halloluwa over defamation of President

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has summoned former Executive Director of the National Lotteries Board, Tusitha Halloluwa to record a statement over the alleged defamatory and false statement made regarding President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Another misidentification of Ishara Sewwandi

In another misidentification of Ishara Sewwandi, who is wanted over the murder of Ganemulle Sanjeewa at the Colombo Magistrate’s Court, a woman bearing the same name has been arrested today by the Kuliyapitiya police.

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World Bank Group President to visit Sri Lanka

Ajay Banga will visit Sri Lanka on Wednesday, May 7, the first presidential visit to the country by a World Bank Group president in nearly 20 years.

Voting for LG polls concludes

Voting for the the Local Government elections 2025 was officially concluded at 4.00 p.m. today.

PM Harini responds to alleged election law violation

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya stated that she will respect any action taken by the Election Commission if her recent remarks in Moratuwa are deemed a violation of the Election Law.

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Man falls to death while trying to steal gem from Seenigama Devala statue

A man who tried to remove a precious stone fixed on the forehead of Devol Deviyo (deity) of ancient Seenigama Maha Devalaya, which is situated on an offshore islet in Seenigama, collapsed to his death last night.

Dubai driver with double flavoured fags worth Rs. 4.4 Mn nabbed at BIA

A Sri Lankan expatriate worker returning from Dubai was arrested by the Customs at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) today for smuggling in a consignment of special double flavoured cigarettes worth over Rs. 4.4 million.

NCPA launches probe into Kotahena school girl’s death

The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) has launched an investigation into the incident where a schoolgirl committed suicide in Kotahena recently.

CSE wraps up the shortened trading session with improved momentum

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) continued its positive momentum from yesterday, with the All-Share Price Index (ASPI) closing above the 15,900 mark once again.

Minor violations of election laws: PAFFREL

There have been minor incidents of violating election laws such as campaigning in a few places in the country today, PAFFREL Executive Director Rohana Hettiarachchi said.

All mobile phone signals deactivated ahead of conclave to elect next Pope

Ahead of the secretive conclave to elect the next pope, all mobile phone signals will be deactivated in the Vatican on Wednesday. The Vatican also plans to use signal jammers around the Sistine Chapel to stop electronic surveillance or communication outside the conclave, where 133 cardinals vote to decide who will be succeeding Pope Francis.

Voter turnout 40 percent in most districts

Voter turnout for the Local Government elections 2025 was over 40 percent in most of the districts as of 2 p.m. today.

President returns

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake returned to the country this afternoon after concluding his official visit to Vietnam.

UK planning on restricting visa applications from Pakistan, Nigeria, Sri Lanka

Visa applications from nationalities thought most likely to overstay and claim asylum in the UK could be restricted under a new government crackdown.

J’pura University student arrested over assaulting fellow student

A student of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura was taken into custody yesterday morning by the Homagama police, following investigations into a complaint of causing grievous injuries to a fellow student.

Committee appointed to probe Excise vehicle misuse case

A three-member committee has been appointed to probe a vehicle misuse case within the Department of Excise.

Two more Sabaragamuwa University students arrested over ragging incident

Two more students from the Faculty of Engineering Technology at the Sabaragamuwa University have been arrested over the ongoing investigations into a ragging incident.

Police probe foiled abduction near girls’ school in Colombo

The Cinnamon Gardens Police have launched an investigation into an attempted abduction near a leading girls’ school in Colombo, police said.

Police seek public assistance to locate murder suspect

Police has sought public assistance to locate the suspect who is wanted for the murder of two persons at Liyanagemulla, Seeduwa in December last year.

CBSL launches Sustainable Finance Roadmap 2.0

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) launched the Sustainable Finance Roadmap 2.0 yesterday (5 April), marking a key milestone in its continued efforts to foster a climate-resilient and socially inclusive financial system.

SLC brings in ex-India coach to lead fielding camp in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Cricket said that former India national team fielding coach R. Sridhar will conduct a comprehensive 10-day fielding program aimed at elevating the standards of Sri Lankan cricketers.

Court relaxes bail conditions for ex-Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa, others

Colombo Additional Magistrate Harshana Kekunawela today ordered the relaxation of bail conditions imposed on former Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa and three others, who were previously arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and later released on bail.

Namal urges swift action over Kotahena schoolgirl’s death

MP Namal Rajapaksa said today that they are closely following the case of the schoolgirl who committed suicide in Kotahena recently and urged Education Minister Harini Amarasuriya to act swiftly, regardless of any connections.

Man injured in police shooting at Seeduwa

A man was injured in a police shooting this morning in the 18th Post area of Katunayake after he allegedly attacked a police officer with a sharp weapon.

Probe launched after man jailed for ringing phone dies in custody

The Angunukolapelessa Police have launched an investigation following the death of a 46-year-old man who was jailed after his mobile phone rang during court proceedings.