Vijay’s personal astrologer gets a post in Tamil Nadu government

TVK chief Vijay’s astrologer Thiru Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel has been appointed Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday.

Schools in Deniyaya reopen tomorrow after viral fever outbreak

The four schools in the Deniyaya Education Zone that were temporarily closed following the rapid spread of a viral fever among students, will reopen tomorrow (13), Southern Province Education Secretary Nishan Pathirana said.

Namal condemns alleged intimidation of journalists at Ragala Estate

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa has expressed concern over reports that journalists and social activists visiting Delmar Estate in Ragala were allegedly threatened and intimidated.

Cabinet approves amendments to animals act

The Cabinet has approved a proposal to amend the Animals Act No. 29 of 1958 to expand the definition of “animal” by including pigs, goats and sheep in addition to cattle and cows.

Cabinet awards Central Expressway contracts

The Cabinet has approved the awarding of seven construction contracts for Phase 2 of Section 3 of the Central Expressway Project from Rambukkana to Galagedara.

Mahinda Rajapaksa leaves Bribery Commission

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa departed the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) after providing a statement for nearly two hours.

Mahinda Rajapaksa says fair probe will clear him

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, who was summoned before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), expressed confidence in the proceedings as he arrived to provide a statement.

Man dies after spending night in lodge with woman

A 46- year old man spending Sunday night at a lodge with a woman had developed a sudden illness and died on admission to Mahiyangane hospital.

Ongoing rainy weather makes Ditwah- triggered landslide active again

A landslide triggered by the Ditwah cyclone last year has become active once again as a result of the ongoing rainy weather which has hit Watawala in the Badulla district, authorities said yesterday.

Crackdown on criminal activities in rented properties

Police have issued a warning to property owners over the increasing use of rented houses, apartments and commercial buildings for illegal activities, including organised crime and online financial fraud.

Cyber thefts: India, Sri Lanka discuss cooperation for containment in future

In the wake of cyber thefts affecting the Government’s financial activities, Sri Lanka and India have initiated discussions for cooperation to pre-empt such threats in the future, Daily Mirror learns.

US issues new sanctions over Iran’s oil shipments to China

The U.S. government on Monday announced sanctions against three people and ​nine companies, including four based in Hong Kong and four in the United Arab Emirates, for ‌aiding Iran’s shipment of oil to China. The ninth company is based in Oman.

Mahinda Rajapaksa appears before Bribery Commission

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) a short while ago to provide a statement in connection with the investigation into the controversial 2013 Airbus procurement deal involving SriLankan Airlines.

Trump says Iran ceasefire is on ’massive life support’

US President Donald Trump has said the month-long ceasefire between the US and Iran is on ’’massive life support’’.

Court affirms students’ right to inspect marked scripts

While upholding the Right to Information Commission’s decision that the RTI Act prevails over the University By-Laws, the Court of Appeal held that there cannot be hide-and-seek games in higher educational institutions and that every examinee has the right to access their evaluated answer scripts.

Man dies following shooting in Galle

A man who sustained critical injuries in a shooting incident at Dickson Junction in Dangedara, Galle, has died after being admitted to the hospital.

198 foreign nationals arrested in Southern Province over cybercrimes

Sri Lankan police have arrested 198 foreign nationals across three locations in the Southern Province on suspicion of involvement in organized cybercrime. The raids took place in Midigama, Hikkaduwa, and Galle, targeting groups allegedly operating digital fraud centers.

Man accused of attempting to assassinate Trump pleads not guilty

The man accused ‌of attempting to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump at a White House reporters’ gala last month pleaded not guilty to all charges on Monday.

No environment clearance granted for cable car project at Sri Pada: CEA

The Central Environmental Authority (CEA) said today that environment clearance has not been granted for a cable car project at the Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak) site.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay meets former CM MK Stalin day after oath-taking

Tamil Nadu’s new Chief Minister Vijay on Monday met his predecessor and DMK chief MK Stalin, a day after the actor-turned-politician was sworn in following a landmark election victory.

Advisory issued for heavy rain

Heavy rains exceeding 100 mm are expected at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, North-Western and Northern Provinces and in the Galle, Trincomalee and Batticaloa districts due to the influence of the low-pressure area located to the northeast of Sri Lanka, the Meteorology Department said.

Rs. 23,000 million ‘Prajashakthi’ programme approved: PMD

Development projects valued at Rs. 23,000 million out of the Rs. 25, 000 million allocated under the 2026 Budget for the ‘Prajashakthi’ National Poverty Alleviation Programme have already been approved and forwarded to District Secretaries for implementation, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

India, Sri Lanka discuss USD 450 million post‑conflict reconstruction package

The Ministry of Finance said a discussion was held between Deputy Minister of Finance Anil Jayantha Fernando and Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha regarding the USD 450 million post‑conflict reconstruction package.

Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes

Pop star Dua Lipa has filed a $15m (£11m) lawsuit against Samsung, alleging it used her image on packaging for its televisions without permission.

Fire breaks out near Dam Street Police Station in Colombo

A fire has broken out in a building located opposite the Dam Street Police Station in Colombo, prompting a large-scale firefighting response.

Will appear before investigation whenever summoned: Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and MP Namal Rajapaksa says he and his party will appear before investigative bodies whenever they are called, stressing that cooperation is the best way to prove innocence.

84% of Sri Lankans express willingness to donate eyes

Around 84% of the population in Sri Lanka has expressed their willingness to donate eyes, according to relevant data, reflecting strong public support for corneal donation programmes in the country.

Health corruption probes delayed, patients suffer: Dr. Sanjeewa

Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance for Medical and Civil Rights Specialist Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa has alleged that the failure to properly investigate past corruption and fraud incidents in the health sector, despite evidence submitted to authorities, is causing a grave injustice to patients.

Low-pressure area forms near Sri Lanka; rough seas and strong winds expected

The Meteorology Department has issued an advisory warning that the atmospheric disturbance over the Bay of Bengal has developed into a low-pressure area in the vicinity of Sri Lanka.

Water tariff revision due on June 30: Minister

The next revision of water tariffs will take place on June 30, Minister of Housing, Construction and Water Supply Susil Ranasinghe said.