Japan’s embattled Prime Minister Ishiba to resign, media report

Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has expressed his intention on Sunday to step down following growing calls from his party to take responsibility for a historic defeat in July’s parliamentary election, Japan’s NHK public television reported.

Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe:Decisive 3rd T20I clash in Harare today

The thrilling three-match T20I series between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe will reach its climax today (September 7) with the decisive third and final T20 International at the Harare Sports Club. The match is set to begin at 5:00 p.m. local time.

Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath heads for Geneva

Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath left for Geneva this morning (7) to participate in the 60th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, which begins tomorrow (8), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

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Explosives unearthed at Middeniya Meth chemicals site

Police recovered a cache of explosives and ammunition from a site in Middeniya Thalawa, Hambantota, where chemicals used for manufacturing Crystal methamphetamine were previously discovered.

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Sri Lankans to witness rare ‘Blood Moon’ tonight

Sri Lankans will have the rare opportunity to witness a spectacular ’Blood Moon’ tonight (7), Professor Chandana Jayaratne, Head of the Department of Physics at the University of Colombo and Chairman of the Arthur C. Clarke Institute for Modern Technologies, said.

GSMB suspends sand transport during school hours after fatal crash

The Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) has suspended the transportation of sand during school hours with effect from last Thursday (4), following a fatal collision between a school van and a lorry in Dummalasooriya, Kuliyapitiya.

Ella bus tragedy: Driver’s blood samples sent for tests

The blood samples of the driver of the excursion bus that plunged into a thousand-foot ravine in the Rawana Ella Reserve, killing 15 people and injuring 18 others, will be sent to the Government Analyst today (7) for further testing, Ella Police said.

Mechanical fault suspected in Ella bus tragedy

Initial investigations into the fatal bus accident in Ella have pointed to a possible mechanical defect, police said.

Media persons who publish stories critical of Govt. under threat: Sajith

Certain media personalities including YouTubers who publish information critical of the government have begun receiving threats, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said today.

Dudley Sirisena pledges to remove unauthorised section of Sudu Araliya Hotel

Business magnate Dudley Sirisena announced that he will demolish the portion of his Sudu Araliya Hotel identified as an unauthorised construction.

Pakistan tones down Defence and Martyrs’ Day observation due to floods

Pakistan has decided to tone down this year’s celebration of Defence and Martyrs’ Day due to the ongoing devastating floods across Pakistan and in solidarity with the victims and their families, according to the Pakistani High Commission.

SLPP suspends Angunakolapelessa member over drug probe

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) has suspended the party membership of Sampath Manamperi following allegations that he was in possession of raw materials used for drug production.

Over 100,000 vehicles registered without number plates

The Department of Motor Transport has been unable to issue number plates for more than 100,000 newly registered vehicles due to the suspension of number plate printing for the past six months.

CEB ‘work-to-rule’ campaign enters second day

The ‘work-to-rule’ trade union action launched by employees of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) in protest against the government’s plan to divide the institution into four entities continued for the second consecutive day today (6).

Former India cricketer backs Sri Lanka as Asia Cup 2025 finalists

With just days left for the highly anticipated Asia Cup 2025 tournament set to happen in the UAE from September 9 to 28, Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra said Sri Lanka could very well be the team to make the finals alongside India.

Shasheendra Rajapaksa admitted to Prison hospital

Former State Minister Shasheendra Rajapaksa, who is being held in remand custody, has been admitted to the Prison Hospital, the Prisons Department said.

Two shooting incidents reported in Colombo and Negombo

Two separate shooting incidents were reported in the Grandpass police division and in Negombo last night and this morning, police said. A 26-year-old resident of Kelaniya was killed in a shooting near the Mahawatta clock tower in Grandpass last night (5). Two unidentified gunmen on a motorcycle had opened fire at the victim before fleeing the scene. The injured man was admitted to the Colomb

Animal killing on the rise: Authorities go after poachers

In light of the increased illegal hunting activity resulting in the deaths of wildlife, authorities have stepped up efforts to apprehend poachers operating in wildlife reserves.

Govt. soft-pedals on NGOs

The government has delayed the enactment of the proposed piece of legislation for monitoring and supervision of both local and international NGOs despite the availability of a draft worked out during the previous rule, Daily Mirror learns.

SLPP member linked to ICE chemical haul in Middeniya

A Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) member and his brother have been implicated in the discovery of nearly 50,000 kilograms of chemicals used in the production of crystal methamphetamine (ice) during a police raid at a property in Middeniya, Thalawa, on Friday (5).

Tourists join rescue efforts after Ella–Wellawaya bus tragedy

A large number of foreign tourists rushed to assist the injured in the aftermath of the fatal bus accident that took place last night (04) on the Ella–Wellawaya main road.

Sri Lanka’s non-participation in SCO summit a mistake: Opposition MP

Sri Lanka’s non-participation in the recently concluded Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit held in China could be a mistake as it will damage its image as a nation with a non-aligned foreign policy in addition to denial of economic benefits, an opposition MP said today.

Trump says India and Russia appear ’’lost’’ to ’’deepest, darkest China’’

U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said India and Russia seem to have been ’’lost’’ to China after their leaders met with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, expressing annoyance at New Delhi and Moscow as Beijing pushes a new world order.

Sri Lanka urges space for domestic reforms, rejects international interventions

The Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) has reiterated its commitment to advancing transformative reforms through domestic processes while rejecting calls for international interventions outlined in the latest report by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR).

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Upcountry line disrupted as track car engine derails twice

Railway traffic along the Upcountry Line was disrupted for nearly four hours today after the engine of a track car carrying a crane for railway repairs derailed on two separate occasions.

Chemicals linked to ICE production seized in Middeniya

A stock of chemical substances believed to be used in the production of crystal methamphetamine (ICE) has been seized in the Middeniya area, allegedly linked to underworld figure Kehelbaddara Padme.

Catholic Church against converting Kachchatheevu island as tourist destination

Bishop of Jaffna Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin Bernard Gnanapragasam voiced his opposition on behalf of the diocese against the government’s move to covert Kachchatheevu Island into a touriist destination.