Hand washing key as authorities monitor Meningitis situation

Hand hygiene is the most critical preventive measure,” health experts warned as authorities keep a close eye to contain an enteroviral meningitis outbreak reported among schoolchildren in the Deniyaya Education Zone.

Tilvin refutes being attacked

In the wake of various posts shared in social media about a clash at the Pelawatte Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) headquarters, its General Secretary Tilvin Silva refuted claims as ludicrous attempts by the bankrupt opposition.

Minor flash floods with the advent of Southwest Monsoon

Minor flash flooding was reported in the Galle and Badulla Districts as the Southwest Monsoon moves towards Sri Lanka .

Will comply with CIABOC request : MR

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa said he will comply with the summons issued by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) and appear before the Commission on the scheduled date.

Kapila Chandrasena’s death Irresponsible speculation to be discouraged; thorough, impartial, objective investigation needed - GL

Referring to the death of former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines Kapila Chandrasena, former External Affairs Minister Prof. G.L. Peiris who is actively involved in opposition politics said that irresponsible

MasterChef Sri Lanka Grand Finale to Air today

After months of intense challenges, emotional eliminations, and unforgettable culinary moments, MasterChef Sri Lanka is set to crown its first-ever winner today (May 9th) at 8.00 p.m.

IRIS Dena attack Sri Lanka rules out possibility of claiming compensation for any marine pollution

Sri Lanka has ruled out the possibility of seeking compensation over the sinking of the Iranian Navy frigate IRIS Dena off the country’s southern coast, with authorities stating that international law does not permit compensation claims

America ready to support probe into cyber thefts

In the wake of the US $ 2.5 million cyber theft at the Finance Ministry and reports of America’s Federal Bureau (FBI) being approached for help in investigations, the United States said it values its law enforcement partnership with Sri

Kapila Chandrasena’s death Irresponsible speculation to be discouraged; thorough, impartial, objective investigation needed - GL

Referring to the death of former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines Kapila Chandrasena, former External Affairs Minister Prof. G.L. Peiris who is actively involved in opposition politics said that irresponsible

South Korean envoy seeks improved bureaucratic efficiency in trade facilitation

South Korean Ambassador Miyon Lee emphasized yesterday that Sri Lanka should concentrate on upgrading its trade facilitation system while identifying the sequencing.

Rabies vaccine shortage would increase human fatalities

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has raised serious concerns over an alleged shortage of rabies vaccines at Medical Officer of Health (MOH) offices across the country, warning that the disruption could lead to a dangerous rise in rabies infections among animals and an increase in human fatalities.

Ministry admits Rs. 248.8 Mn error in Aswesuma double payment

The Welfare Benefits Board (WBB) has confirmed that nearly 50,000 Aswesuma beneficiaries received duplicate payments due to a technical error during the distribution of a special New Year relief allowance, with authorities now moving to recover Rs. 248.8 million through deductions from May payments.

Prices to be revised at eateries using LAUGFS Gas

The Restaurant Owners Association has announced a revision of food and beverage prices at eateries using LAUGFS Gas, citing rising operational costs driven by increased LPG prices.

Health officials warn of rising skin cancer cases

Health authorities have raised alarm over a growing number of skin cancer cases, urging the public to take preventive measures against excessive exposure to sunlight.

Cybertheft US $ 2.5 million cyber theft, bank fraud will undermine investor confidence, creditor trust: economist

A top economist said that the US $ 2.5 million cyber theft and the bank fraud case will undermine investor confidence and creditor trust in Sri Lanka.

120 Foreigners Without Valid Visas Remanded

The Officer in charge of the Welikada Police today informed the Colombo Additional Magistrate Nuwan Kaushalya that there is a suspicion whether the 120 foreign nationals who were arrested for allegedly engaging in illegal financial fraud while residing in the country without valid visas are also connected to the incident involving the misappropriation of USD 2.5 million from the Treasury by hackers.

Daily Mirror report on e-passport contract draws Govt. attention

Following the article titled “Poland to complain to EU over alleged fraud in Sri Lanka’s e-passport personalization tender procedure” published exclusively in the Daily Mirror on Monday, May 4th, Immigration Chief Chaminda

President’s statement on judicial decision erodes public confidence in the Judiciary – BASL

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has expressed grave concern over remarks made by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake during his recent May Day rally, warning that such statements could undermine public

Heavy rain looms from today due to intense weather pattern

The expected shift in weather conditions due to the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) has sparked public concern over national preparedness, as the island braces for increased rainfall from today (6).

Sri Lanka named priority country in U.S. Food for Progress funding for 2026

The United States Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service has officially designated Sri Lanka as a priority country for its Food for Progress programme in the upcoming 2026 fiscal year.

President’s remarks on pending court verdicts alleged as judicial interference - Prof. Peiris

Former Minister and Professor G.L. Peiris has accused President Anura Kumara Dissanayake of making premature statements regarding court judgments, claiming that such remarks amount to interference with the judiciary and a serious violation of the Constitution.

VAT revision not a tax increase, govt. clarifies tax change

Deputy Minister of Economic Development Nishantha Jayaweera yesterday rejected claims of a looming VAT hike, stating that tax changes due to take effect on July 1, 2026, are intended to streamline the system without increasing the overall tax burden.

Galle Prison under fire after underworld celebration video leaks

A viral video showing an alleged birthday celebration inside the high-security Galle Prison has triggered public concern and prompted an official investigation into possible security lapses and breaches of prison regulations.

Court orders forensic analysis in case involving minor

The Anuradhapura Chief Magistrate Siyapath Sasindu Wickramaratneyesterday directed the Gampaha Division Police Children and Women’s Bureau to submit case materials to the Government Analyst and present the report to court in connection with an alleged abuse case involving a 15-year-old girl, reportedly implicating a Buddhist monk and several other individuals.

Sri Lanka still in talks with China to purchase fuel under G2G deal

Sri Lanka is still having discussions with China to purchase fuel under a government to government agreement at market rates, Ports, Civil Aviation and Energy Minister Anura Karunathilake said yesterday.

US $ 2.5 million cyber theft: Did the Finance Ministry ignore prior warning?

The US $ 2.5 million cyber theft has taken place at the Finance Ministry despite prior warning about such suspicious transactions by some external parties, according to what transpired during the meeting of the Committee on Public Finance (COPF) in the parliamentary complex last week. >>A2

2013 Airbus deal: CIABOC summons MR and Piyankara Jayaratne

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has summoned former President Mahinda Rajapaksa and former Minister Piyankara Jayaratne to provide statements on May 12.

Comments on court cases at the May Day rally are common knowledge – Nalinda

It is “common knowledge” that court dates in several cases have already been fixed, Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said, responding to remarks made at recent May Day rallies of the National Freedom Front (NPP) that more cases would be taken up and decisions delivered in the coming months.

Sri Lanka becomes hotspot for foreign-linked online fraud operations

Sri Lanka has emerged as a growing hotspot for foreign-linked online fraud operations, with authorities reporting a sharp increase in cybercrime networks run by foreign nationals across the island.

CID seeks FBI assistance into US $2.5 Million cyber heist

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has sought the assistance of the United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to widen the probe into the cyber fraud that resulted in the loss of US$2.5 million from the national Treasury, a senior officer told the Daily Mirror.