Oppression of war heroes: SLPP writes to Mahanayake Theras

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) has written to the Mahanayake Theras of the Asgiriya and Malwathu Chapters, expressing concern over what it alleges are government attempts to “oppress war heroes.”

China’s Xi hosts ’old friend’ Putin, North Korea’s Kim in challenge to West

China’s President Xi Jinping convened his Russian and North Korean counterparts in Beijing for the first time on Tuesday, a show of solidarity with countries shunned by the West over their role in Europe’s worst war in 80 years.

SL in essential need for new climate laws to save economy: Sajith

Sri Lanka is in essential need of new climate related laws to reduce the anticipated adverse impact on its climate, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said today.

100 railway stations across the country to be renovated

The first phase of the national programme ’Dream Destination’, which aims to renovate 100 railway stations across the country, was launched today at the Talpe Railway Station under the patronage of Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways Prasanna Gunasena.

Sri Lankan’s photo shines at wildlife awards

Sri Lankan wildlife photographer Lakshitha Karunarathna’s photograph “Toxic Tip” has been selected among the 100 award-winning entries at the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition, organised for the 61st time by the Natural History Museum in London.

Civil Intelligence Front alleges $3M fraud in police STF vehicle deal

The Civil Intelligence Front today alleged that a serious fraud amounting to USD 3 million took place in 2017 during the import of Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) for the Police Special Task Force (STF).

NPP forcefully takes over FLSP office in Yakkala: FLSP alleges

The National People’s Power (NPP) has forcefully taken over the Frontline Socialist Party (FLSP) office in Yakkala, located in the Gampaha District, FLSP Education Secretary Pubudu Jayagoda alleged today.

SLCERT warns public of fake job scam

The Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (SLCERT) warned the public to be cautious of fake job scams that promise high salaries for minimal work.

Racial political trends re-emerging in north, south: President

Racial political trends have started to re-emerge in the north and south for defeated politicians to protect their lost power, President Anura kumara Dissanayake said today.

Rapper arrested with explosives

Popular rapper Madhava Prasad, known as ’Madhuwa’ was arrested today by the Kahathuduwa Police with a stock of explosives in his possession.

Grade 5 exam results expected this week

The results of this year’s Grade 5 Scholarship Examination are expected to be released before the end of the week, Examinations Department Commissioner General A.K.S. Indika Kumari Liyanage said.

No change in domestic Litro gas prices

Litro Gas Lanka Ltd today announced that there will be no revision in the price of domestic gas for the month of September.

Namal calls for unity between UNP and SJB

MP Namal Rajapaksa said it would be beneficial for the United National Party (UNP) and the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) to unite, noting that every government in history has collapsed due to internal conflicts.

Heavy rains expected after 2 pm today

The Department of Meteorology has forecast light showers in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces, as well as in Galle, Matara, Kandy, and Nuwara Eliya districts today.

At least 1,000 killed in Sudan landslide, armed group says

A landslide has killed at least 1,000 people in the remote Marra Mountains in western Sudan, according to the armed group the Sudan Liberation Movement/Army.

Bribery Commission launches new WhatsApp number for complaints

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption has introduced a new WhatsApp number — 077 777 1954 — for the public to easily report bribery and corruption incidents.

Plans to renovate Fort Railway Station at a cost of Rs. 1.3 billion

Plans are afoot to renovate the Colombo Fort Railway Station at a cost of Rs. 1.3 billion funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation announced.

Sri Lanka, Israel discuss issues in recruitment of nurses and hotel workers

Special attention has been given to enforcing the law against fraudulent intermediaries involved in the recruitment of Sri Lankan nurses to Israel, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra said.

CAA seizes unsafe cosmetics and chocolates in Pettah

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) seized unauthorized cosmetics and improperly labelled food items during a series of raids in Pettah.

Katchatheevu island to be opened to tourists?

Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar has said that a feasibility study is underway on a proposed tourism development project to connect Neduntheevu and Katchatheevu.

Belgium to recognise Palestinian state at UN General Assembly

Belgium will recognise a Palestinian state at the U.N. General Assembly, Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot said on Tuesday, adding to international pressure on Israel after similar moves by Australia, Britain, Canada and France.

UNP can join SJB as an ally: Nalin Bandara

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe and the United National Party (UNP) can join the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and work as one of its allies, an SJB MP said today.

New facility for elephants in musth at Pinnawala

The Department of National Zoological Gardens, Dehiwala announced that a special facility is being built at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to house elephants during their musth periods.

GMOA launches strike at Ratnapura Teaching Hospital

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) began a symbolic strike at the Ratnapura Teaching Hospital today.

Plans afoot to allocate 50,000 acres of suitable land for industries: Industries Ministry

Plans are in place to allocate 50,000 acres of suitable land for industries across the island, Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development said.

Italy’s Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation to visit Sri Lanka

Italy’s Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Maria Tripodi, will undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka from September 3 to 5, 2025, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism said.

Opposition politicians coming together to save themselves: SF

Opposition politicians have come together to save themselves as they are being charged for corruption, Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka said.

Spanish lady says ’no’, youth say ’yes’

Three tour guides have been arrested and remanded for allegedly sexually abusing and assaulting a 31-year-old Spanish woman while she was dancing with her boyfriend at a DJ party in Kalpitiya.

Sri Lanka set to make conciliatory approach

Sri Lanka is seeking a conciliatory approach with the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) this time under the National People’s Power (NPP) government, with the promise to take steps for reconciliation and addressing allegations related to rights violations through a domestic mechanism with international assistance, Daily Mirror learns.

Australian fast bowler Starc retires from T20 international cricket

Prolific Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc announced his immediate retirement from T20 international cricket on Tuesday, saying he wanted to focus on his Test and ODI career.