Shooting in Panadura: One dead, one injured

One person was killed and another injured following a shooting incident reported in Panadura this morning by two unidentified men who arrived on a motorbike, police said.

Spain and Portugal declare states of emergency after massive power outage

Spain and Portugal are reeling from a massive, unexplained power outage that knocked out traffic lights, caused chaos on roads and in airports, and prompted both countries to declare a state of emergency.

Canada’s Liberals projected to win election overshadowed by Trump’s threats

Canada’s Liberal Party, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, is on course to win the country’s federal election, Canadian media projects, following a campaign overshadowed by provocations and tariffs from US President Donald Trump.

Illegal confectionery floods SL market: Leading confectioner warns

A rise in illegal confectionery products entering Sri Lanka’s local market is posing significant challenges for the legitimate businesses and creating health risks for the consumers, a top industry representative warns.

CSE establishes Central Counterparty to enhance market stability

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has unveiled an initiative to bolster market efficiency and reduce systemic risk with the establishment of a Central Counterparty (CCP) through its newly formed entity, CSE Clear (Private) Limited.

Electricity prices slated to rise as Govt. under duress from IMF

The government is under compulsion to increase electricity prices since the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will unlock the next tranche of US$ $ 344 million, contingent on the restoration of cost recovery pricing, Daily Mirror learns.

Suryavanshi, 14, makes history with stunning IPL century

Rajasthan Royals’ 14-year-old batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi made history as the youngest player to hit a century in men’s T20s.

New animals to arrive at Dehiwala Zoo under exchange programme

The National Zoological Department is set to bring several new animals to the Dehiwala Zoological Gardens under an animal exchange programme, Director General of the National Zoological Department Chandana Rajapaksa said.

Housemaid remanded for stealing over Rs. 13 Mn worth valuables in Colombo

A young woman who was arrested by the Cinnamon Gardens Police while absconding after allegedly stealing two luxury wristwatches valued at approximately Rs. 13.5 million and 500 Sterling Pounds from a businessman’s residence in Colombo, was ordered to be remanded till May 5 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali.

Court directs CID to identify individuals who defamed Appeal Court Judge on social media

Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali today issued an order directing the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to identify and produce before court the individuals responsible for disseminating defamatory, false and hateful statements against Court of Appeal Judge Shashi Mahendran via social media platforms.

Rs. 400 mn loss due to delay in Slave Island flyover construction: Bimal

Transport Minister Bimal Rathnayake today revealed that more than Rs. 400 million has to be paid to contractors as delay charges due to the delay in the construction of the flyover from Baladaksha Mawatha near the Slave Island Police Station to Chittampalam A. Gardiner Mawatha in Colombo.

Market continued its positive momentum, surpassing the 15,800 level

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) concluded today’s session on a strong note, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) continue the positive note by closing today by surpassing 15,800 level.

Kandy garbage makes way for Colombo for incineration

Nearly 625 tonnes of unsorted garbage collected during the cleaning process in Kandy, following the ten-day exposition of the Sacred Tooth Relic at Dalada Maligawa, is to be incinerated using the burner at the Colombo Municipal Council, Kandy Municipal Commissioner Ms.Indika Abeysinghe said.

Conclave to elect new Pope to begin on May 7

Cardinals present in Rome have agreed to begin the conclave on May 7, 2025, the Vatican announced today.

Woman killed, six injured in lightning strike

One woman was killed and six others injured by a lightning strike while they were plucking tea leaves in a tea estate in Etampitiya.

SJB to hold May Day rally in Thalawakele

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) is to hold its May Day Rally in Thalawakele this year, Party General Secretary Ranjith Madduma Bandara told the Daily Mirror.

Former Additional Secretary Mahesh Gammanpila arrested over Chinese organic fertiliser deal

Former Additional Secretary to the State Ministry of Agriculture, Mahesh Gammanpila was arrested over a financial fraud involving the import of organic fertiliser from China’s Qingdao Seawin Biotech in 2021.

Withdrawing PC funds from bank is not a crime: RW

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe who made a three-hour statement to the Bribery Commission today, said that withdrawing funds of the Uva Provincial Council from the bank and spending it on recurrent or capital expenditure is not a crime.

Importers deny drop in vehicle sales, 75% of imports already sold

While rejecting media reports claiming there is a decrease in sales of imported vehicles, the Vehicle Importers’ Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL) said today that since the resumption of vehicle imports, nearly 75 percent of imported vehicles have already been sold.

Kandy city free of health hazards: KMC

The Kandy Municipal Health Department said that the Kandy city is not facing any threat of diseases or health hazards in the aftermath of the large crowds that gathered to pay homage to the Sacred Tooth Relic.

CBK complains to EC on misuse of her name in election campaign

Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga has written to the National Election Commission over the unauthorised use of her name and photographs in election propaganda by the ‘People’s Alliance’ party.

Australia’s ruling party to hike student visa fees again in pre-election pledge

Australia’s ruling Labor Party said on Monday it would raise visa fees for international students to A$2,000 ($1,279) if reelected, the latest measure aimed at the lucrative education sector that has been a major source of immigration.

China: A more trustworthy partner

According to the World Bank’s latest report, Sri Lanka’s economic growth rate is expected to reach 3.5% this year, consistent with the October forecast, but challenges from high US tariffs and high poverty rates cannot be ignored.

Police move 500kg heroin for incineration

Suspect detained over seizure of heroin and ’Ice’ worth Rs. 8 million

A 27-year-old resident of Kadawatha was ordered to be detained for a period of seven days under Section 82(3) of the Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs Ordinance following his arrest with a large stock of narcotics.

Over 200 polls-related complaints within 24 hours

A total of 203 fresh complaints related to the upcoming Local Government elections have been reported, marking the highest number of complaints reported within a 24-hour period since March 20.

Thailand decides not to return Muthu Raja to Sri Lanka

The Thai government has announced that the elephant named Muthu Raja, which was taken to Thailand while under the care of the National Zoo, Dehiwala will not be returned to Sri Lanka.

Cardinals set to pick conclave date to elect new pope

Red-hatted cardinals were expected to pick a date Monday for the conclave to elect a new leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, following the death of Pope Francis.

CA dismisses Prasanna Ranawera’s writ petition

The Court of Appeal today dismissed the writ application filed by former Minister Prasanna Ranaweera, who sought an order to prevent his arrest in connection with the alleged illegal sale of government land in Kelaniya.

British national smuggling Rs. 63 Mn worth gold nabbed by Customs at BIA

A UK national trying to smuggle in over two kilos of gold jewelry worth around Rs.63 million from Dubai was apprehended by the Sri Lanka Customs at the Bandaranaike International Airport.