President appoints 18 new High Court judges

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed 18 new High Court Judges, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

17 organised criminals brought back to Sri Lanka this year: IGP

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Priyantha Weerasooriya revealed that seventeen organised criminals including the recently arrested five underworld figures in Indonesia, have been brought back to Sri Lanka so far during this year.

Customs to release 506 more BYD vehicles

The Sri Lanka Customs today informed the Court of Appeal that it has agreed to release another 506 BYD electric vehicles, which had been detained, upon the furnishing of a bank guarantee.

Court bars CCD from arresting Attorney Dinesh Dodamgoda

The Court of Appeal today issued an interim order preventing the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) from arresting Attorney-at-Law Dinesh Dodamgoda in connection with an allegation that he had allegedly aided and abetted an assault and shooting incident said to have been fabricated and orchestrated by Thusitha Halloluwa.

Real change lies with leaders and public officers: Dr. Harini

The responsibility of bringing real change to the country lies not only with political leaders but also with the officers leading the public service, Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said.

Underworld murder suspect arrested in Agarapathana

A suspect linked to multiple underworld-related murders was arrested last night in Agarapathana, Talawakele, police said.

National athlete Isuru Lakshan cleared of anti-doping violation charges

The Ministry of Youth and Sports said today that national athlete R.P. Isuru Lakshan has been cleared of all charges related to an alleged violation of anti-doping regulations.

Don’t use ICCPR to suppress opponents: Sajith tells government

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today urged the government not to suppress opponents by using the International Convention of Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR).

CID seeks AG’s advice on May 9 Galle Face attack suspects

The CID, which is conducting investigations into the attack on Galle Face protesters on May 9, 2022, has sought the Attorney General’s advice regarding future legal action against the suspects.

Task Force established to boost tourism sector

The government has established a special Task Force dedicated to promoting Sri Lanka’s tourism sector, with the aim of revitalizing the industry and generating direct income growth for the national economy, the President’s Media Division said.

Death penalty for Indian man who burnt alive wife over skin colour

A court in India has given the death penalty to a man for burning alive his wife over her skin colour.

Hospitals to receive modern infectious waste incinerators

The Ministry of Health has announced that state-of-the-art infectious waste incinerators will be established at 15 government hospitals across Sri Lanka under the Infectious Waste Management Improvement Project, funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

Kuwait Airways to resume Colombo flights in October

Kuwait Airways announced that it will resume commercial flights to Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, starting October 26. The national carrier will operate four weekly flights on Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Trump accuses Xi of conspiring against US with Putin and Kim

US President Donald Trump has accused Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping of conspiring against the US with the leaders of Russia and North Korea.

Rising trend of HIV cases continue

Sri Lanka is witnessing a continued increase in HIV cases, with the latest figures showing a dramatic rise compared to previous years, latest data reveal.

Doctor dies after falling from bus in Pelmadulla

A 32-year-old female doctor who fell from a private bus in Pelmadulla on August 19 has died after being treated for 14 days at the Ratnapura Teaching Hospital.

One injured in Maligawatte shooting

One person was injured in a shooting incident in Maligawatte a short while ago.

Pujith Jayasundara released from 2017 elevator operator case

Former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Pujith Jayasundara was today released from a case filed over the alleged attempted criminal intimidation and assault of a Police Headquarters elevator operator in 2017.

Rajitha Senaratne produced before Bribery Commission

Former Minister Rajitha Senaratne, who is currently in remand custody, was produced before the Bribery Commission today to record a statement in connection with an ongoing corruption investigation.

Two killed in expressway crash near Mirigama

A late-night collision between a lorry and a bowser transporting fuel claimed two lives near the Mirigama entrance of the Central Expressway, police today.

Sri Lanka seeks more time and space to address UNHRC concerns

Asserting that Sri Lanka will remain engaged with the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath reportedly said yesterday that the government needs ‘more time and space’ to address issues raised by the UN body regarding the reconciliation process and alleged wartime rights violations, Daily Mirror learns.

’Peace or War’: China’s Xi hosts massive military parade with Putin and Kim

Chinese President Xi Jinping warned the world was facing a choice between peace or war as he held his country’s largest-ever military parade on Wednesday, flanked by Russia’s Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un.

Telcos to cut cost as SL embraces independent tower sharing

Sri Lanka has moved to reshape its telecommunications landscape by allowing independent firms to own and manage critical infrastructure, a shift expected to cut costs for operators and accelerate digital access across the island.

Colombo Dockyard trading suspension deferred until Dec.

Colombo Dockyard PLC yesterday said the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) has granted a deferment of the suspension of trading of its shares that was scheduled to take place on 10 September 2025.

The Kandy Hotels Co. sees public float rise to 23%

The Kandy Hotels Co. (1938) PLC’s public holding rose to 23 percent as of 1 September 2025, from 15.98 percent at end-June, after non-public shareholders sold shares in the market last month.

Video shows how gun was hidden in legal book to kill Ganemulla Sanjeewa

A newly emerged video has revealed the method used to smuggle the firearm into the Aluthkade Magistrate’s Court that was used in the killing of underworld figure Ganemulla Sanjeewa.

UNP convention postponed

The United National Party (UNP) convention which was to be held on Saturday (September 6) has been postponed, UNP General Secretary Thalatha Athukorala said today.

Namal slams NPP for using violence against rivals

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa has accused the National People’s Power (NPP) of resorting to violence and intimidation against other political parties.

Suspect arrested over plot to assassinate ‘Harak Kata’ inside court

A suspect who allegedly planned to assassinate underworld figure Nadun Chinthaka, alias Harak Kata, while disguised as a journalist inside court premises, has been arrested by police.

Dawoodi Bohra community donate IT equipment to Puttalam Hospital

The Dawoodi Bohra community in Sri Lanka, as part of a community welfare project, donated computer equipment to the Judicial Medical Officer’s (JMO) office at the Base Hospital, Puttalam.