Two Indian nationals arrested at BIA with Rs. 100 Mn worth of Kush

Two Indian nationals were arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake while attempting to smuggle a large stock of Kush cannabis valued at approximately Rs. 100 million, police said.

Foreign tourists can now get driving licenses at BIA

Foreign tourists arriving in Sri Lanka can obtain temporary driving licenses directly at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) at Katunayake from today.

One injured in shooting in Matara

A shooting incident was reported in the Kapugama area of Matara this morning (August 3), leaving one person injured, police said.

Hrithik Roshan arrives in Colombo

Famous Indian actor Hrithik Roshan arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) this evening to attend the grand opening ceremony of the Cinnamon City of Dreams Hotel in Colombo.

Education reform a collective responsibility: PM

Sri Lanka’s new education reform is not just an initiative of the Education Ministry or the leadership of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, but a collective responsibility that must be embraced by all sectors of society to secure a better future for the country’s children, Prime Minister and Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said.

Magistrate Thilina Gamage’s duties suspended

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has suspended the judicial functions of Thilina Gamage, who served as both a Magistrate and District Judge in Moratuwa.

Man shot dead in Hungama over land dispute

A man was shot dead this afternoon in the Pingama area of Hungama, Ambalantota, following a dispute over a paddy field, police said.

Namal welcomes US tariff cut, urges transparency on trade agreement

Welcoming the reduction of the United States tariff rates on Sri Lankan exports to 20%, SLPP National Organizer Namal Rajapaksa called on the Government to ensure transparency regarding the agreements made to obtain the tariff reductions.

SLTB introduces platform for passenger feedback

The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has introduced a mechanism to receive passenger feedback, ideas, complaint and suggestions on public transport.

Sri Lanka Girl Guides key to building female leadership: PM

Building female leadership is important for today’s society, and the Sri Lanka Girl Guides Association can play a big role in achieving this goal, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said.

Lax visa enforcement sparks illegal foreign businesses, unlawful activities in SL

The poor enforcement of the Immigrants and Emigrants Act has led to foreign nationals from countries such as Israel, India and Russia engaging in employment activities and business operations in blatant violation of the law, the Daily Mirror learns.

42 hospitalised after bus overturns in Dehiowita

At least 42 people were admitted to hospital after a bus toppled this morning in the Dehiowita area along the Kegalle–Avissawella road, police said.

Law enforcers turn lawbreakers in Sri Lanka

In 2025, Sri Lanka witnessed an unprecedented crackdown on police corruption, with over 300 officers suspended for various offences, including direct involvement in drug trafficking and abuse of power, a Minister said.

A tug of war between planes and kites in Indonesia’s skies

At a paddy field two kilometres from Jakarta’s international airport, the rustle of fluttering kites is periodically drowned out by the thunderous roar of plane engines.

AKD’s silent, pragmatic leadership enabled SL to reduce U.S. tariffs to 20 per cent – Malik Samarawickrama

Former International Trade Minister Malik Samarawickrama yesterday hailed the government for getting the U.S. reciprocal tariffs reduced to 20 per cent, enabling Sri Lankan goods to be competitive.

City of Dreams Sri Lanka debuts South Asia’s first integrated luxury resort

City of Dreams, Sri Lanka’s largest private sector investment in luxury tourism, will open its doors today, marking the official launch of South Asia’s first fully integrated resort.

BASL flags delay in appointing RTI Commission chair

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has sent a reminder to the Speaker of Parliament, who also serves as the Chairman of the Constitutional Council, regarding the long-pending appointment of the Chairman of the Right to Information (RTI) Commission.

Speaker’s residence to be transformed into center for parliamentary studies

The Parliamentary Staff Advisory Committee has agreed to a proposal to convert the official residence of the Speaker into a dedicated “Center for Parliamentary Studies and Research,” which will serve as a resource and training hub for Members of Parliament, Provincial Council members, and Local Government representatives.

Court sets trial date in absentia for Bogollagama in corruption case

The Colombo High Court has scheduled a hearing for October 30 to fix a trial date in a corruption case filed against former Minister Rohitha Bogollagama, which will proceed in his absence.

Opposition MP requests President to withdraw visa free benefit to Israel

Opposition MP Mujibur Rahman, in a letter addressed to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake called for the cancellation of the visa free entry to Israeli tourists.

Preparatory classes for Grade 05 scholarship exam banned from August 6

The Department of Examinations has announced that all preparatory activities related to the upcoming Grade 05 Scholarship Examination will be banned from midnight on August 6 until the conclusion of the exam.

Wild elephant attack claims life of young woman

A 24-year-old woman was killed and another person critically injured in a wild elephant attack in Thirappane, Anuradhapura, on July 25.

Met Department issues heat advisory for several districts

The Department of Meteorology has issued a Warm Weather Advisory for the North-Central and Eastern provinces, as well as the Monaragala and Hambantota districts, warning of rising heat levels in the coming days.

Rishad urges Health Minister to uphold Muslim women’s right to wear Hijab in Trincomalee

All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) Leader and Parliamentarian Rishad Bathiudeen has called on Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa to intervene immediately and safeguard the constitutional rights of Muslim women working in the public health sector in Trincomalee.

Court orders suspected fake liquor stock to be sent for Government Analyst’s testing

Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali Jayatunga today ordered the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) to send a stock of seized bottles of foreign liquor produced before court as case items that had allegedly turned into plain water and tea colored liquid, for examination by the Government Analyst.

Baby’s corpse found in Colombo-bound train

The Dematagoda Police today presented facts before Colombo Additional Magistrate Kasun Kanchana Dissanayake regarding the discovery of a deceased infant, believed to be several days old, found abandoned inside a train carriage that had travelled from Puttalam to Colombo.

Couple welcome ‘world’s oldest baby’ born from embryo frozen 31 years ago

A newborn has been named the world’s oldest baby after being born from an embryo frozen in 1994.

Severe lightning advisory issued for several places

The Meteorology Department today issued an advisory for severe lightning at several places in the Northern, North-Central, Eastern and Uva Provinces and in the Hambantota district valid till 11.00 p.m. today.

UNP calls on government to make clear statement on trade, security arrangements with US

The United National Party (UNP) in a statement urged the government to make a clear statement on the ‘meaningful, trade and security arrangements arrived at with the US government.

No price hike for LAUGFS gas in August

LAUGFS Gas has confirmed that there will be no price revision for domestic gas cylinder refills in August.