A/L student’s body recovered from well

The body of a schoolgirl preparing for the 2025 GCE Advance Level examinations was recovered from a well near a private tuition centre at Vairavapuliyankulam in Vavuniya, police said.

Warrant issued for Rajitha’s arrest

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today issued a warrant for the arrest and production before court of former Minister Rajitha Senaratne, who has been named as a suspect in an investigation conducted by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption.

Opposition hands over no-confidence motion against Deputy Minister Aruna Jayasekera

The Opposition in Parliament handed over the no-confidence motion against Deputy Defence Minister Aruna Jayasekera to Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne today.

AMS hails Health Minister’s address on Specialist shortage

The Association of Medical Specialists (AMS) has commended Health Minister’s recent parliamentary address highlighting the critical shortage of medical specialists in Sri Lanka, calling it an accurate and timely assessment of a growing crisis.

South Korea military shrinks by 20% due to low birthrate

South Korea’s military has shrunk to about 450,000 people - a decline of 20% over the last six years, according to a defence ministry report released by a ruling party lawmaker on Sunday.

Plane crashes into parked aircraft while landing at Montana airport, sparking fire

A small plane landing on Monday at a Montana airport crashed into parked aircraft, triggering a large fire but causing no serious injuries, authorities said.

Constitutional Council to review President’s IGP nominee today

The Constitutional Council is scheduled to convene this afternoon to consider the nomination of Acting IGP Priyantha Weerasuriya as the next Inspector General of Police (IGP), following a recommendation by the President.

26 injured in Minneriya bus-tipper collision

Twenty-six passengers were injured in an early morning accident on the Colombo–Batticaloa main road at Batu Oya, Minneriya, police said.

US, China extend tariff truce by 90 days, staving off surge in duties

The United States and China on Monday extended a tariff truce for another 90 days, staving off triple-digit duties on each other’s goods as U.S. retailers get ready to ramp up inventories ahead of the critical end-of-year holiday season.

Cabinet approves removal of Railways General Manager Dhammika Jayasundara

The Cabinet has granted approval to remove Railways General Manager Dhammika Jayasundara from his post.

Nepal makes 97 mountains free to climb as Everest fees rise

Nepal will make 97 of its Himalayan mountains free to climb for the next two years in a bid to boost tourism in some of its more remote areas.

Wave riders...

Tourists flock to Arugam Bay

Japan boxing to hold emergency meeting following deaths

Japanese boxing officials will hold an emergency meeting on Tuesday as the sport in the country faces intense scrutiny following the deaths of two fighters in separate bouts at the same event.

‘Ella Weekend Express’ train service to begin on August 16

In a bid to boost tourism and improve long-distance travel convenience, the Railways Department announced the launch of a special weekend train service, the Ella Weekend Express, between Colombo and Badulla.

Hooliganism mucks rugby cradle

Schools rugby in the country was subjected to yet another disgraceful level this time at the culmination of the 2025 season as hooligan spectators flung chairs and smashed some of them in the direction of rival spectators.

NAHTTF raises alarm over human trafficking threats targeting Sri Lankans

The National Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force (NAHTTF) has issued an urgent public warning in light of alarming information on a new wave of human trafficking activities targeting Sri Lankan nationals.

Gentle giants roam freely

Sajith ready to form government with progressive MPs from NPP

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa is ready to form a new government together with progressive factions of the National People’s Power (NPP), Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Sujith Sanjaya Perera said today.

Auditor General’s report reveals 139 Education Ministry vehicles missing: Stalin

Ceylon Teachers Union (CTU) General Secretary Joseph Stalin today revealed findings from the 2024 Auditor General’s report, released in May 2025, which stated that 139 vehicles registered under the Education Ministry Secretary’s name are not in the possession of the Ministry.

CSE ends mixed as ASPI gains and S&P SL20 slightly eases

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed today’s trading session on a mixed note, continuing the trend seen in the previous session. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) surged nearly 112 points within the first half hour of trading but later eased from its intraday highs, ultimately closing with a gain of 96.45 points or 0.49% at 19,923.02.

Tourist driving licence plan risks local livelihoods: Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organizer MP Namal Rajapaksa has raised concerns over the government’s proposal to issue driving licences to tourists upon arrival, questioning how such a decision was reached without consulting all relevant stakeholders.

Nandana Gunathilake asks Govt not to expose MR to Tamil Diaspora threats

One time JVP Politburo member Nandana Gunathilake who defected from the party, said the JVP, which encouraged former President Mahinda Rajapaksa to resort to a military solution to the war, should not make him vulnerable to the threats of the Tamil Diaspora by curtailing his privileges.

Daily Mirror Brief: Daily News Recap, Top Headlines & Must-Read Stories - 11th August

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Sri Lanka rise to 4th in ICC Men’s ODI Rankings

Sri Lanka climbs to 4th in the latest ICC Men’s ODI Team Rankings with 103 rating points, overtaking Pakistan, after a series of dominant performances in their recent outings.

Tense situation in front of JVP head office

A tense situation has erupted in front of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna headquaters in Pelawatte due to a protest by a group of unemployed graduates.

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Health experts warn of rat fever risks during school holidays

Health experts are cautioning the public to keep their surroundings clean to reduce the risk of dengue and rat fever, especially during the rainy season.

Railway Department selling 6,000 tons of scrap metal outside tender process: Official alleges

An official from a major institution in the country has approached the Commission to Investigate Bribery or Corruption, alleging that the Railway Department is preparing to sell approximately 6,000 metric tons of scrap metal—including decommissioned railway carriages to two major iron companies outside the tender procedure.

Presidents’ Entitlements Bill challenged before Supreme Court

A Special Determination petition has been filed before the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of the proposed Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill which was presented in parliament aiming to repeal the Presidents’ Entitlements Act, No. 4 of 1986.